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Can a horror-comedy about vampires rule the Indian box office? Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s Thamma proves it can — crossing ₹110 crore in just 11 days while expanding Maddock Films’ supernatural universe.
Thamma was released on October 21.
New Delhi: Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s Thamma continues its triumphant run at the box office, emerging as one of the biggest hits of the year. According to trade reports, the film collected ₹3 crore on its second Friday, taking its total to ₹111.4 crore net in India after 11 days of release.
Released on October 21, the Aditya Sarpotdar directorial has recorded an exceptional first week with ₹108.4 crore in earnings. The second Friday collections indicate strong audience retention, proving that the film’s mix of humor, horror, and heart is connecting well with the masses.
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Thamma witnessed an overall 13.3% Hindi occupancy on October 31. Night shows led the charts with 21.73%, followed by evening screenings at 13.2%. Afternoon shows registered 11.58%, while morning shows saw 6.67% occupancy.
The horror-comedy’s consistent footfall highlights its family-friendly entertainment quotient and strong word-of-mouth buzz. Multiplexes in metro cities have reported repeat viewings, especially among younger audiences who have embraced its quirky supernatural theme.
Thamma is the fifth installment in the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe (MHCU), following hits like Stree, Roohi, Bhediya, and Munjya.
The film follows Alok Gupta (Ayushmann Khurrana), an ordinary man whose life takes a supernatural turn when he transforms into a vampire. His romance with Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna) — a centuries-old vampire fascinated by human emotions — adds both charm and intrigue to the story.
Director Aditya Sarpotdar crafts a world where fantasy and emotion blend seamlessly, making Thamma a refreshing addition to Maddock’s supernatural saga.
Speaking about her character, Rashmika shared, “Tadaka is someone who has lived for centuries but is learning to understand humans again. Every laugh, every tear fascinates her. I wanted to capture that innocence and curiosity.”
Her performance has been widely praised for bringing emotional depth to a genre often dominated by humor and scares.
The film also stars Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Geeta Agarwal Sharma, and Faisal Malik in pivotal roles. Nawazuddin’s portrayal of Yakshasan, a mysterious antagonist, and Rawal’s comic timing as Ram Bajaj Goyal have added strong support to the leads’ performances.
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Thamma marks the biggest opening of Ayushmann Khurrana’s career, with the actor expressing gratitude toward audiences. “Public validation is the biggest validation,” he told ANI. “This is my most successful opening and hopefully my biggest film yet.”
With its ₹110+ crore milestone, Thamma now stands as one of Ayushmann’s top-grossing films, cementing his versatility in balancing unconventional stories with mainstream appeal.
Given its current momentum, Thamma is expected to touch ₹130 to 135 crore by the end of its second week. If sustained, it could rank among 2025’s top Hindi earners.
Both leads have exciting projects lined up. Ayushmann will next star in Sooraj Barjatya’s family drama, a Dharma Productions venture, and a spy comedy with Sara Ali Khan, while Rashmika will be seen in the upcoming historical epic Chhaava (2025).
