The Maddock Horror Comedy Cinematic Universe is back with Thama, and this time, it’s wilder than ever. The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Paresh Rawal. It will release on Diwali 2025. But the biggest buzz is about Varun Dhawan, who returns as Bhediya.
Yes, you read that right. Thama brings a vampire vs bhediya battle to the big screen. Ayushmann plays a vampire. Varun Dhawan is back as the werewolf from his 2022 hit Bhediya. The clash between the two is being hyped as one of the most visual and exciting scenes in Bollywood.
Varun Dhawan’s Big Comeback in Thama
A source revealed that Varun shot for six full days for Thama. That means he’s not just a guest appearance. His role is important to the story. In Stree 2, he made a short but memorable entry. But in Thama, his presence is much bigger.
The action between Ayushmann’s vampire and Varun’s Bhediya has been shot on a grand scale. The scene was filmed in March-April this year. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the man behind Munjya (another Maddock hit), the film promises heavy VFX and jaw-dropping moments.
Maddock’s Horror Universe Grows Stronger
After the ₹500 crore success of Stree 2, Maddock Films is not slowing down. Thama is expected to hint at Bhediya 2, which was earlier set to release on August 14, 2026. But insiders say the date might shift. Other upcoming films like Shakti Shalini and Chamunda might also face delays.
Still, the hype is real. Maddock’s spooky, funny, and action-packed world is growing fast. And Thama could be the biggest movie yet in the universe.
Ayushmann Khurrana Returns After Two Years
For fans of Ayushmann, Thama marks his return after a long gap. His last film was Dream Girl 2, which released in August 2023. Rashmika Mandanna joins him for the first time in this genre. As for Varun, he’ll be seen first in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with Janhvi Kapoor on October 2, 2025. But it’s Thama where fans will see him turn wild again.
With a strong cast, top-tier VFX, and a vampire vs werewolf fight on the cards, Thama is all set to be a Diwali blockbuster. Maddock Films is pushing boundaries. And fans are here for it.
Get ready, India. This Diwali, it’s Vampire vs Bhediya.
