Thamma Trailer Out: Ayushmann Khurrana Jumps Off Buildings, Steps Into Rashmika Mandanna’s Fantasy World

Thamma, the next chapter of Dinesh Vijan’s Horror comedy universe featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, is one of the most anticipated upcoming movies. Today, September 26, 2025, the makers finally unveiled the film’s official trailer. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, known for his work on Munjya, the clip has sparked excitement among fans.

Thamma trailer out

The makers unveiled the trailer of Thamma at a grand event in Mumbai, with Stree star Shraddha Kapoor among the attendees. Sharing the trailer, the makers wrote, “A forgotten legend from our folklore, #Thamma takes centre stage this Diwali. Maddock Horror Comedy Universe presents a bloody love story, produced by Dinesh Vijan & Amar Kaushik and directed

by Aditya Sarpotdar. In cinemas worldwide on 21st October.”

Rashmika Mandanna’s Tadaka revives a thousand-year-old legend, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Yakshaashan makes a bone-chilling declaration, and Ayushmann Khurrana’s Alok finds himself with bloodshot eyes, no pulse, sunlight burning his skin. From there, the trailer explodes into a never-before-seen spectacle with VFX that is off the charts.

Watch it here:

In addition to the trailer, Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films also revealed the visual identity of Maddock’s Horror-Comedy Universe (MHCU), giving fans their first look at the evolving cinematic world that began with Stree and now expands in a bigger, bloodier way with Thamma.

Reactions from cast and makers

Dinesh Vijan, founder Maddock Films, and producer of Thamma, says, “The Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe began with Stree and has grown with Bhediya and Munjya. With Thamma, we aimed to take the universe to its next stage – not just in terms of story, but also in terms of scale, ambition, and technology. For us, the goal has always been to draw inspiration from Indian folklore for our characters. It’s a forgotten Indian story we have revived. Today, with the reveal of the visual identity of the MHCU, we are committing to a long-term vision of telling Indian stories for Indian and global audiences.”

Ayushmann Khurrana says, “Becoming a part of Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock horror-comedy universe is a thrilling step in my journey as an actor. This genre has always fascinated me because it pushes boundaries – it makes you laugh, scares you, and yet touches your heart. In Thamma, I play Alok – a man who never asked for the extraordinary, but is forced to confront it. He’s flawed, vulnerable, ambitious, and suddenly, he’s carrying the weight of powers he doesn’t fully understand. What excites me most is that this film is an entertainer, one that families across generations can watch and enjoy together this Diwali. Under Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik’s vision, Aditya Sarpotdar’s storytelling, and with the brilliant energies of Rashmika, Nawaz bhai, and Paresh ji, we’ve built something that I believe will define the next chapter of Indian cinema’s horror-comedy space. And trust me, this trailer is just a glimpse of the madness you are going to see on screen. The universe is only getting bigger from here.”

Co-producer Amar Kaushik adds, “What excites me most about the MHCU is how we, in every film, add something new while staying rooted in India’s cultural DNA. Thamma is the first love story we have created in this universe, and who doesn’t love a love story? When audiences watch Thamma, they will see it has the right amount of horror, humour, and heart. Something that we at Maddock have always stood for. It is a total family entertainer that I am sure families will love watching this Diwali.”

Rashmika Mandanna, who has worked with Maddock Films before but, for the first time, will be seen as part of the MHCU, says, “Thamma is a very special film for me because it brings together horror, comedy, folklore, and even a love story rooted in India. Playing Tadaka has been both challenging and exciting, as she’s an age-old legend brought to life anew. I’m thankful to Maddock Films for giving me this opportunity once again, and I’m really looking forward to everyone experiencing Thamma.”

Aditya Sarpotdar, director, added, “With Munjya, we tapped into folklore to create a horror-comedy that felt rooted yet entertaining. Thamma takes the universe forward in an unexpected way – it’s scarier, funnier, and at its heart, a twisted love story. Being part of the MHCU is exciting because each film adds a new layer, and with Thamma, audiences will see just how wild this universe can get.”

Thamma official teaser

The official teaser of Thamma opens with a captivating exchange between the leads. Ayushmann Khurrana’s voiceover asks, “Reh paogi mere bina, sau saalon tak?” to which Rashmika Mandanna replies, “Sau saal kya, ek pal ke liye bhi nahi.”

Set in a fictional universe, the teaser immediately intrigues viewers, leaving them speculating about the identity of the vampire at the heart of the story.

Take a look:

About Thamma

Thamma is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-horror film directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and written by Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, and Arun Falara. Produced jointly by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, it serves as the fifth installment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana as Alok, Rashmika Mandanna as Tadaka, Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan, and Paresh Rawal as Ram Bajaj Goyal. Supporting roles include Faisal Malik, Geeta Aggarwal, Sanjay Dutt, Diana Penty, and Vijay Raaz. Additionally, Varun Dhawan makes a cameo appearance as Bhaskar/Bhediya, while Malaika Arora and Nora Fatehi feature in special song appearances.

Principal photography began in December 2024, with shoots taking place in Delhi, Mumbai, and Ooty, and wrapped up by mid-2025. The film’s soundtrack is composed by Sachin–Jigar. Thamma is scheduled for a theatrical release on 21 October 2025, coinciding with Diwali.