The teaser for Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, has finally been released, teasing a dark love story that blends horror and romance. The film, set to hit theatres on Diwali 2025, is touted as the first-ever love story in the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe.
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thama features an ensemble cast including Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, Faisal Malik, and Geeta Agrawal. The narrative follows a historian, portrayed by Ayushmann, who investigates the mythological roots of vampirism in Indian folklore. The story spans two timelines, moving between modern-day India and the ancient kingdom of Vijayanagar, linked by a haunting tale of unfulfilled love.
The makers unveiled character posters on August 18, revealing the official title The World of Thama, heightening anticipation among fans of horror-comedy films. Known for previous hits like Stree, Munjya, and Bhediya, Maddock Films aims to redefine the vampire genre in Indian cinema with this project.
Thama promises a unique blend of horror, romance, and comedy, making it one of the most awaited releases this festive season.
The story follows a historian, played by Ayushmann, who sets out to trace the mythological roots of vampirism in Indian folklore. Spanning two timelines, the narrative shifts between modern-day India and the ancient kingdom of Vijayanagar, bound together by a haunting tale of unfulfilled love.
‘Thama’ is set to release in theatres on Diwali 2025.