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Thamma Movie Review: Ayushmann and Rashmika Struggle to Lift this Horror Rom-Com

Last updated: November 1, 2025 2:31 am
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Published: October 25, 2025
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Thamma Movie Review: An Ecstatic Blend of Wit, Eeriness, and Heart
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Review Overview

October 25, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: In this Thamma Movie Review, we explore how the director crafts a dramatic blend of finesse that seamlessly integrates myths and legends, romance, light entertainment, and horror. Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna play lead roles alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, and Geeta Aggrawal Sharma, delivering full-time entertainment that combines equal parts of curiosity and joy. The movie by Maddock Films, which aims to create another piece in the infamous comedy-horror genre, creates high anticipation.

Movie Title: Thamma Movie Review: An Ecstatic Blend of Wit, Eeriness, and Heart

Date Published: October 24, 2025

Movie Description: Thamma is a brilliant festive entertainer with humour, eerie vibes, and mystical creatures. The star cast, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, leads a reporter’s love story with a mythological creature, departing with hearty interactions and a classic twist in the Maddock universe.

Director(s): Aditya Sarpotdar

Actor(s): Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, Geeta Aggarwal Sharma

Genre: Horror, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Thamma Movie Review: A Prolific Blend of Myths, Supernatural Entities, and Soft-hearted Interactions in a Story

The film begins with the entry of Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is a Yakshasan that consumes the invader’s blood, making the movie different from the other two parts of the Maddock universe. The story then jumps to the present day, where Ayushman Khurana, who plays Alok, is walking through a jungle. They face a bear that looks cute on the outside, but turns out to be dangerous.

Hurt and lost, Alok is rescued by her, played by Rashmika Mandanna, who lives in the depths of a dismembered airplane. Their connection unveils naturally, where he is enigmated by her innocent face and mysterious charm, beneath which she hides a new identity. Tadaka belongs to the Betals, a supernatural race with strict rules, one of whom, Yakshasan, has been captured for over a century for breaking the rules.

Thamma Movie Review: An Ecstatic Blend of Wit, Eeriness, and Heart
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When Tadaka disobeys her kin to safeguard Alok, the narrative shifts the perspective from a mystical story to a light-hearted film. The duo goes to the city where Alok’s family believes that their son is dead and is performing his last rites. Tadaka starts to live with them, causing frequent interactions with Alok’s father, Ram Bajaj Goyal, played by Paresh Rawal, who keeps an eye on her, believing she has ill motives. The movie takes a stark turn when Alok discovers Tadaka’s real identity, which leads to a series of moments filled with emotions, action, and cameo appearances from the Maddock Franchise.

The film leaves the spectators with a question: will Tadaka’s feelings affect her kin, or will these supernaturals set them apart?

Thamma Movie Review: Writing Style, Wit, and Storytelling Aspect of the Film

The Thamma Movie Review is incomplete without reflecting its niche. The director Aditya Sarpotdar and the team immaculately weave legends, wit, and subtle references with sharp humor. The dialogue delivery, especially between Alok’s parents and the car parking scene, displays excellence of comedy, the comedy excellence. The wit is intricately balanced by emotional narratives, especially the interaction between Alok, played by Ayushman Khurrana, and his father, which brings a new perspective to the ongoing plot.

However, each film has flaws. The glamour of the plot is overshadowed by overly extended sequences and complex sub-genres, especially towards the end. The addition of cameos such as Abhishek Banerjee and Varun Dhawan feels like an extra addition due to the unevenness, which hinders the smooth flow of the movie.

Despite these backdrops, the plot holds the viewers together. The franchisee does not stop itself from experimenting and celebrates the creativity that the Indian cinema possesses. The interaction between Ayushman Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna feels magnetic, embroidered with wit and freshness. The chemistry of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna is simple and helps the viewers connect with the movie.

Thamma Movie Review: Acts That Transcend the Flaws

Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna balanced the movie with their brilliant acting. Ayushmann anchors a balance between comic timing and genuineness. He reminds the audience about his versatility in multiple roles, energizing viewers every time he appears on the screen. Rashmika, on the other hand, is a blend of power and fragility; her facial expressions and her character’s presence linger between the supernatural and human zones.

Thamma Movie Review: An Ecstatic Blend of Wit, Eeriness, and Heart
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays the villain with grit, though his acting is always on the better side. Paresh Rawal, who plays Alok’s father, adds the speck of humor and depth to the movie. His scenes with Ayushmann weave the emotional paradigm of the film. Geeta Aggarwal Sharma, as the vulnerable mother, delivers passion while Faisal Malik and the other supporting characters bring their own variety to their designated roles.

The special appearances of Varun Dhawan and Sathyaraj keep the audience hooked, giving fans a glimpse of the movies of the Maddock universe. Despite uncertainties, the narrative delivers a full-packed performance.

Orchestration, Infographics, And Music Adding Depth

The director deserves a special mention for creating such a piece with intricacy. His direction towards smooth transitions between the horror and comedy domains keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats. The movie’s infographics are apt, particularly the jungle and cave sequences, and eerie supernatural elements. 

The camera finesse alleviates every intricate detail while the infographics remain subtle throughout the entire film. The editing could have been a bit more polished, particularly at the end of the plot, but the luscious color palette, creativity, and sound effects make up for this. The soundtracks deserve a special mention, with each song embedded according to the plot. The music adds a layer of performative energy while the emotional soundtrack strikes a balance. 

The effects deserve a special mention, whether the sound effects of growling, howling, or the eerie sounds that add a new pattern and depth to the movie. The director ensures that this movie provides consistent entertainment, like the others in the franchise, with horror and comedy deeply embedded in the narrative.

Thamma Movie Review: An Ecstatic Blend of Wit, Eeriness, and Heart
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Conclusively, the actors Ayushman Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna deliver a hearty mix of wit, soft-hearted interactions, and horror, while the film’s other half could use some changes. Its ecstatic quotient and dedicated storyline make it worth watching. This Thamma Movie review is about a film that reminds the spectators why Indian cinema is all about drama, scamp, wit, and hearty comedy. Thamma sends one of the films, which creates anticipation among the viewers. This movie has multiple elements and is a mind-boggling cinematic experience.

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