The cast of Thamma is reportedly among the highest-paid in the Maddock horror-comedy universe, reflecting the film's big-scale ambitions. How much is the cast charging?
The Maddock horror-comedy universe is expanding with Thamma, a film already creating an okayish buzz ahead of its Diwali 2025 release. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the movie brings together Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in a fresh pairing and Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Paresh Rawal in prominent roles.
Part of the same makers that delivered blockbusters like Stree, Munjya, Bhediya, and Stree 2, Thamma promises a new twist - the world of vampires. Thamma was originally titled Vampires of Vijaynagar before being changed. The new title is based on the mythical figure Ashwatthama from the Hindu epic The Mahabharata, connecting the vampire-themed romance to Indian mythology.
Starring Ayushmann Khurrana as Alok Goyal, Rashmika Mandanna plays the role of Tadaka, Nawazuddin Siddiqui portrays Yakshaasan the vampire king, and Paresh Rawal plays Ram Bajaj Goyal Alok’s father.
According to a DNA report, Ayushmann Khurrana is getting Rs 8-10 crore to play the protagonist Alok Goyal. Rashmika Mandanna charged in the range of Rs 5-7 crore. Nawazuddin plays the villain in Thamma and took home Rs 3-4 crore. Both Paresh Rawal and Malaika Arora got Rs 2 crore each for their parts. However, it is not officially confirmed.
The film blends romance, horror, and comedy. Rashmika Mandanna takes on the role of Tadaka, who partners up with Ayushmann Khurrana's character, Alok Goyal, to take down the vampire king. Their partnership drives the plot forward, blending action, suspense, and dark humor with a touch of romance.
The film is scheduled to hit cinemas on this Diwali, October 21, 2025, just in time to light up the festive season for Bollywood fans. The fans are extremely excited for its release.
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and written by Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Falara and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik. Thamma is the fifth movie in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The soundtrack album was composed by Sachin–Jigar.
Principal photography started in December 2024 in Mumbai. However, the shooting was delayed after Rashmika injured her leg. The filming then resumed in March 2025 at Film City, Mumbai where sets resembling Delhi houses, streets and graveyards were made. In April 2025, filming moved to the forests of Ooty, Nilgiri hills and Dodabetta. Various portions of Siddiqui's character were also shot in Ooty. Ayushmann, Rashmika and Siddiqui wrapped up their portions by the end of May 2025.
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