Thamma Review – A Fun Yet Uneven Entry in Maddock’s Horror-Comedy Universe
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5)
Maddock Films returns to its beloved horror-comedy universe after Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya, this time venturing into the mystical world of vampires and folklore. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma blends myth, humor, romance, and action but despite flashes of brilliance, it doesn’t quite reach the magic of its predecessors.
Story & Setting
Thamma draws inspiration from age-old legends of Betal (vampires) and crafts a story set in a remote region haunted by the undead.
The first half focuses on Thamma (Ayushmann Khurrana), a charming yet mysterious man, and his budding romance with Rashmika Mandanna’s spirited character. This portion moves slowly, serving as an origin story that spends a little too much time building the world and the relationship rather than the central conflict.
⚡ Second Half – When the Real Madness Begins
The movie takes off after the interval. The moment Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Yakshashan breaks free and Ayushmann transforms into a vampire, the tone shifts completely. The action scenes, VFX, and energy levels shoot up, delivering pure popcorn entertainment.
The Bhediya vs. Betaal sequence featuring Varun Dhawan’s cameo is easily the film’s biggest high loud cheers guaranteed in theatres. The post-credit tease featuring Aneet Padda as Shakti Shalini expands the Maddock Horror Universe further and ends the film on an exciting note.
Performances
- Ayushmann Khurrana is in fine form, effortlessly switching between humor, horror, and heroism.
- Rashmika Mandanna is the emotional anchor — confident, expressive, and commanding the screen with ease.
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui steals every scene he’s in; his broken-English humor is outright hilarious.
- Faisal Malik is a pleasant surprise, while Paresh Rawal adds gravitas to the supporting cast.
Direction, Music & Technicals
Aditya Sarpotdar handles the genre blend with confidence, and the film’s production design and CGI are its major strengths. The vampire visuals and action choreography look top-tier for a Hindi film.
However, the pacing in the first half and a few uneven tonal shifts prevent Thamma from achieving the impact of Stree or Bhediya. The music fits the mood, though it never becomes memorable.
✅ Pros
- Engaging second half with thrilling set-pieces
- Ayushmann–Rashmika chemistry
- Nawazuddin’s hilarious one-liners
- Top-notch VFX and production scale
- Strong link to the Maddock horror-comedy universe
❌ Cons
- Slow and stretched first half
- Uneven tonal balance between romance, horror, and comedy
- Music could have been stronger
- Some gags feel repetitive
Final Verdict
Thamma is a fun, stylish entertainer that works best when it embraces its madness. Despite a sluggish start, the film’s second half, stellar performances, and universe-building moments make it a worthwhile festive watch.
If you enjoyed Stree and Bhediya, you’ll find plenty to cheer for here — just don’t expect consistent scares or laughs throughout.
Verdict: ★★★☆☆ — An entertaining yet uneven horror-comedy that bites, but not too hard.
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