Horror-comedy has become a favorite genre in India, with films like ‘Stree,’ ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2,’ and ‘Bhediya’ achieving substantial success. Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films has played a vital role in revitalizing this genre with its ‘Horror Comedy Universe.’ ‘Thama’ will be the newest film to join this universe, following the successes of ‘Stree,’ ‘Bhediya,’ ‘Munjya,’ and ‘Stree 2.’
Starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, ‘Thama’ has received a major update after its announcement in 2024. The teaser for ‘Thama’ will be released on August 19, 2025.
The announcement from the creators stated, “Independence Day Special! The No. 1 Hindi film Stree 2 turns 1 today. To celebrate, Dinesh Vijan expands the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe with #THAMA. The World of Thama unveils Tuesday, Aug 19 your first glimpse at the sarvashaktishaali villain set to redefine fear. The film storms into cinemas this Diwali 2025. Brace yourself this chapter is a love story, wilder and deadlier than anything you’ve seen before.”
Paresh Rawal and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are also part of the cast. While the plot of ‘Thama’ has not been fully disclosed, it is believed that the movie will explore the story of a vampire.
Other upcoming films in the Maddock Horror Universe include Shakti Shalini, Bhediya 2, Chamunda, Stree 3, Maha Munjya, Pehla Mahayudh and Doosra Mahayudh. Rumors suggest that Kiara Advani will take on the lead role in ‘Shakti Shalini.’ ‘Bhediya 2’ will see Varun Dhawan returning, but Kriti Sanon’s involvement is still uncertain. Additionally, there is speculation that Alia Bhatt will also be joining this universe with ‘Chamunda’.