Review: Thamma: Neat And Enjoyable

 

Movie: Thammat
Rating: 3.25/5

Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal, Geeta Agarwal, Satyaraj and others

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar

Produced By: Maddock Films

Release Date: 21-10-2025

Story:

Alok (Ayushmann Khurrana), a journalist from Delhi, travels to a forest for an assignment. There, he is attacked by a bear but is saved by Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), a mysterious woman. Alok instantly falls in love with her, unaware that she belongs to the Betaal clan, a vampire-like beings who have kept their leader Yakshasan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) locked away for 75 years. Yakshasan wants to wipe out humans and turn them into bloodthirsty Betaals. The rest of the story follows Alok’s struggle to protect himself and his love for Tadaka, facing many challenges along the way.

Performances:

Ayushmann Khurrana gives a natural and impactful performance, making both the fun and emotional scenes work well. Rashmika Mandanna is excellent as Tadaka, portraying the vampire character with the right balance and body language. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is impressive and adds depth to his scenes despite limited screen time. Paresh Rawal brings humor, Geeta Agarwal leaves a mark, and Satyaraj’s cameo is both funny and memorable.

What Works:

Thamma sticks to the style of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) and offers a fresh and engaging vampire storyline. The film has several enjoyable moments, especially the early scenes between Alok and Tadaka, where their chemistry shines. The emotional connection between them is well-handled. A 30-minute stretch in the latter half, featuring two major cameos from other MHCU films adds excitement, with the second cameo being a highlight. The climax is crisp and ends with a smart tease for future MHCU installments.

What Doesn’t Work:

Some jokes and scenes related to the vampire theme feel repetitive and don’t land well. Also, the chase scenes involving the Betaal clan could have been more intense and emotionally gripping, which would have added more weight to the story.

Thamma Review and Verdict:

Aditya Sarpotdar’s Thamma mostly maintains a good balance of horror, humor, and emotion. Though a few parts of the screenplay could have been better, the movie still keeps you engaged. The way it connects characters from the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe is also quite impressive.