The freshly released trailer for Maddock Films’ upcoming flagship, Thamma, catapults audiences straight into a crimson‑tinted realm where love drips with blood, ancient myths roar back to life, and humor hits a painfully relatable note.
- Rashmika Mandanna embodies Tadaka, resurrecting a millennial legend with fierce intensity.
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui appears as Yakshaashan, delivering a chilling proclamation that sets the tone for the film’s darker moments.
- Ayushmann Khurrana plays Alok, a man whose eyes are bloodshot, whose pulse has vanished, and whose skin sizzles under unforgiving sunlight.
From this unsettling opening, the trailer explodes into a spectacle unlike any seen before. Ground‑breaking VFX unleash terrifying beasts, while razor‑sharp action sequences intertwine seamlessly with the signature comic timing that Maddock Films is known for. At the core, however, lies a raw, untamed love story—bloody, wild, and impossible to forget—positioning Thamma as a full‑palette entertainer perfect for family viewings this festive season.
New Visual Identity for the Maddock Horror‑Comedy Universe (MHCU)
Alongside the trailer, Dinesh Vijan and the Maddock team unveiled the freshly designed visual identity for the Maddock Horror‑Comedy Universe (MHCU). This marks the first public glimpse of the evolving cinematic landscape that began with Stree and now expands in a grander, bloodier direction with Thamma.
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, Thamma fuses horror, action, comedy, and romance into a singular, unprecedented viewing experience. The ensemble cast—featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, Faisal Malik, and Geeta Agrawal— promises a Diwali spectacle of epic scale.
Statements from the Creative Team
Dinesh Vijan, founder of Maddock Films and producer of Thamma:
“The MHCU launched with Stree and grew through Bhediya and Munjya. With Thamma we wanted to push the universe to a new level—both narratively and technically. Our aim has always been to mine Indian folklore for fresh characters, reviving forgotten tales for a global audience. Revealing the MHCU’s visual identity today underlines our long‑term commitment to telling Indian stories that resonate worldwide.”
Ayushmann Khurrana on joining the universe:
“Being part of Dinesh Vijan’s horror‑comedy world is a thrilling milestone for me. The genre stretches the imagination—making you laugh, shiver, and feel. In Thamma I portray Alok, an ordinary man thrust into extraordinary circumstances, wrestling with powers he barely understands. This film is a family‑friendly entertainer that families will cherish this Diwali. With Dinesh, Amar, Aditya, Rashmika, Nawaz, and Paresh on board, we’re shaping the next chapter of Indian horror‑comedy, and the trailer is just a taste of the madness to come.”
Co‑producer Amar Kaushik adds:
“What excites me about the MHCU is our commitment to innovate while staying rooted in India’s cultural DNA. Thamma is the first love story within this universe, and who doesn’t love a love story? Audiences will get the perfect blend of horror, humor, and heart—exactly what Maddock stands for. It’s a complete family entertainer that will shine this Diwali.”
Rashmika Mandanna, debuting in the MHCU as Tadaka:
“Thamma is special to me because it marries horror, comedy, folklore, and a uniquely Indian love story. Playing Tadaka—a legendary figure reborn—has been both challenging and exhilarating. I’m grateful to Maddock for this opportunity and can’t wait for viewers to experience the film.”
Director Aditya Sarpotdar reflects:
“With Munjya we tapped deep into folklore to craft a grounded horror‑comedy. Thamma pushes the universe further—making it scarier, funnier, and at its core, a twisted love story. Each MHCU installment adds a new layer, and this film shows just how wild the universe can become.”
The Expanding MHCU: From Stree to Thamma
The Maddock Horror‑Comedy Universe already boasts blockbusters like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya. Thamma enlarges the universe, delivering a bolder, bloodier, and more ambitious crossover. With the fresh visual identity now public, fans can anticipate many more thrilling chapters.
Mark your calendars: October 21—Thamma hits theatres across the nation, promising Maddock Films’ most daring horror‑comedy venture yet.
