“Thamma” Movie Review : A Fearlessly Fun Fantasy From Maddock Horrorverse!

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar 

Writer: Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, Arun Falara, 

Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, Sathyaraj, Fasial Malik, Geeta Aggarwal, Rachit Singh, 

Duration: 149 Minutes 

Rating: 4

 

Buckle up, because Thamma isn’t just a movie — it’s a full-on mystical rollercoaster that blends folklore, fantasy, and feelings into one epic ride through the ever-expanding Maddock horror-verse. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and written by the sharp trio Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, and Arun Falara, this 149-minute spectacle delivers on its promise: cinematic entertainment that’s strange, smart, and surprisingly heartfelt.

 

At first glance, Thamma may seem like just another supernatural flick, but it's anything but. It takes the familiar beats of horror comedy and flips them into a visually rich, emotionally driven fantasy grounded in Indian myth. Think ancient forests, curses that linger through time, and a world where love might just be the most powerful force against the dark.

 

Ayushmann Khurrana plays a small-town journalist whose ordinary life is flipped upside down after a supernatural brush spirals into something far beyond his comprehension. In classic Khurrana style, he starts off as the guy-next-door you instantly root for but evolves into something deeper — intense, driven, and layered.

 

Rashmika Mandanna matches him beat for beat, delivering a nuanced performance that’s both fierce and gentle. She doesn’t fall into the trap of playing a caricatured horror heroine — she’s real, raw, and refreshingly relatable.

And then, just when you think you’ve figured out the movie’s tone — BAM! — you’re tossed into a visual showdown between Alok and Bhediya (yes, Varun Dhawan is back!). This sequence is chef’s kiss — a beastly brawl soaked in symbolism, hinting at the future of the Maddockverse. It's action-packed, emotional, and surprisingly moving. How are these two even connected? Trust us — it’s deeper than blood.

 

The universe-building is delightfully cheeky. There are Easter eggs, subtle callbacks, and a chilling reappearance of Sar Kata from Stree. Yep, that creepy legend isn’t done haunting us just yet. If you’ve been following the horror-verse, this film screams crossover alert. The connections between Stree 2 and Thamma aren’t just clever — they’re core to what’s coming next.

 

Let’s talk performances. Paresh Rawal is a hoot as the snarky dad with perfect timing, while Nawazuddin Siddiqui brings pure menace to his screen time, hinting that his role is just the beginning of something far bigger. Sathyaraj returns as the enigmatic Elvis, aka the “Hand of God” — and this time, he’s not just comic relief. His cryptic insight about Betaal and Bhediya hints at major storm clouds ahead.

 

Even the much-talked-about Nora Fatehi cameo? Total win. It’s not just a glam fest — her appearance actually adds to the mystery, drawing an unexpected emotional thread back to Stree. A twist fans will absolutely love.

 

And in true Maddock style, the songs? Functional, not filler. Every track serves a narrative purpose — building characters, deepening myths, or heightening emotion. No item-number fluff. Just pure story-driven melody.

 

In a world of recycled jump scares and tired horror tropes, Thamma stands tall. It’s not about being scary — it’s about being sincere, surprising, and soaked in style. It’s a movie with heart, humor, and a whole lot of haunting charm.

 

Thamma is everything genre fans didn’t know they needed — bold, bizarre, and brimming with heart. It’s the kind of film that lingers long after the credits roll, not because of fear, but because of fascination.

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