This Diwali, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna lit up the big screen with their latest release Thamma. The horror-comedy, which premiered in theatres on October 21, 2025, has made a remarkable start at the box office, drawing large audiences despite receiving mixed reviews from critics. The opening box office collection suggests that the film has generated considerable buzz, proving to be a significant draw during the festive season.
Thamma box office day 1 collection
According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, Thamma earned around Rs 24.35 crore on its opening day, marking the biggest first-day collection of Ayushmann Khurrana’s career. With no major releases lined up for the rest of the week, the film is expected to maintain steady footfalls. The only other movie that released alongside it, Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, failed to make an impression at the box office.
Despite its strong start, Thamma’s opening day falls short when compared to other Maddock Horror Comedy Universe films. Last year’s Stree 2 opened with Rs 35 crore, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 recorded Rs 32 crore during the previous Diwali, even with tough competition from big releases. Nonetheless, Thamma’s debut remains impressive given the current landscape.
More about Thamma
For the unversed, Thamma is the fifth installment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, which also includes hits like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya. The film explores vampire lore and follows Ayushmann’s character, who suddenly transforms into a vampire and finds himself in a complex romantic story with Rashmika Mandanna. Their relationship faces challenges as they goes through the unusual circumstances of his transformation.
Produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, Thamma has been described as a “bloody love story” that balances horror elements with family-friendly humour. Speaking about his role, Ayushmann explained that his character is unlike any previous Maddock horror-comedy protagonist. He said it is “completely different” from characters in Stree, Bhediya, or Munjya, and the film is crafted to be enjoyable for both adults and children while continuing the franchise’s legacy.
While critical responses have been mixed, audiences have responded enthusiastically, particularly attracted by the festive release and the star cast. Thamma’s success shows the growing popularity of horror-comedy as a genre in Bollywood, especially when paired with a known franchise and strong performances.
As the film continues its theatrical run, industry watchers will be keenly observing whether it can maintain momentum and reach the heights of its franchise predecessors. Along with the Thamma, the makers also announced their next film Shakti Shalini with Saiyaara's Aneet Padda playing the lead. Stay tuned for more updates!
Thamma box office day 1 collection
According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, Thamma earned around Rs 24.35 crore on its opening day, marking the biggest first-day collection of Ayushmann Khurrana’s career. With no major releases lined up for the rest of the week, the film is expected to maintain steady footfalls. The only other movie that released alongside it, Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, failed to make an impression at the box office.
Despite its strong start, Thamma’s opening day falls short when compared to other Maddock Horror Comedy Universe films. Last year’s Stree 2 opened with Rs 35 crore, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 recorded Rs 32 crore during the previous Diwali, even with tough competition from big releases. Nonetheless, Thamma’s debut remains impressive given the current landscape.
More about Thamma
For the unversed, Thamma is the fifth installment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, which also includes hits like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya. The film explores vampire lore and follows Ayushmann’s character, who suddenly transforms into a vampire and finds himself in a complex romantic story with Rashmika Mandanna. Their relationship faces challenges as they goes through the unusual circumstances of his transformation.
Produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, Thamma has been described as a “bloody love story” that balances horror elements with family-friendly humour. Speaking about his role, Ayushmann explained that his character is unlike any previous Maddock horror-comedy protagonist. He said it is “completely different” from characters in Stree, Bhediya, or Munjya, and the film is crafted to be enjoyable for both adults and children while continuing the franchise’s legacy.
While critical responses have been mixed, audiences have responded enthusiastically, particularly attracted by the festive release and the star cast. Thamma’s success shows the growing popularity of horror-comedy as a genre in Bollywood, especially when paired with a known franchise and strong performances.
As the film continues its theatrical run, industry watchers will be keenly observing whether it can maintain momentum and reach the heights of its franchise predecessors. Along with the Thamma, the makers also announced their next film Shakti Shalini with Saiyaara's Aneet Padda playing the lead. Stay tuned for more updates!
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