Thama is shaping up to be one of those films that crawl under your skin not just because they scare you, but because they mean something. A horror-comedy? Sure. A vampire love story? Also yes. But beneath the blood and satire, Thama is about light, darkness, and everything we love and fear in between.
Rashmika Mandanna Takes on Her Boldest Role Yet in ‘Thama’ Alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Ayushmann Khurrana
Rashmika Mandanna Shines as Tadaka in Her Boldest Role Yet
Rashmika Mandanna, fresh off a string of commercial hits, is finally doing something wild. She plays Tadaka, called “Roshni ki ek hi pehli kiran” (the first ray of light). And that’s exactly what she feels like in this twisted world. Rashmika herself admits Thama shook her up. “I thought I’d seen it all… and then this happened,” she said. That vulnerability, that rawness? We’re going to see a Rashmika we’ve never seen before.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui Transforms into Yakshasan, the Mythic King of Darkness
Then there’s Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan, the “King of Darkness.” If Rashmika is the light, he is the nightmare. Not your typical villain, he’s ancient, mythic, terrifying. And with Nawazuddin being around? You already know it’s going to be layered and unsettling in the best way.
Ayushmann Khurrana Returns as a Vampire in His Most Ambitious Role Yet
Ayushmann Khurrana, back after a two-year gap, says this is the biggest release of his career. He plays a vampire, but in true Ayushmann style, it’s not just about the fangs. It’s about loneliness, hunger, the weird beauty in being different.
Paresh Rawal Adds Dark Wit as Ram Bajaj Goyal, Finding Tragedy in Comedy
And in the middle of all this chaos, Paresh Rawal brings his trademark dark wit as Ram Bajaj Goyal, a man who finds tragedy in comedy. Of course he does, because this isn’t a clean-cut horror flick. It’s messy. Like life.
Aditya Sarpotdar’s ‘Thama’ Promises a Unique Blend of Horror and Myth This Festive Season
The story? A historian unearths old manuscripts and accidentally rips open the past, releasing creatures and curses that were better left buried. Classic? Yes. But also deeply original, thanks to director Aditya Sarpotdar (Munjya) and the world-building genius of Maddock Films.
The World of Thama unveils August 19 at 11:11 a.m., and it’s arriving in theatres this Diwali to bite straight into your heart.
Forget what you know. Thama isn’t just a film. It’s a dark fairytale where love bleeds, history haunts, and the only way out is through madness.
Reha Vohra is an entertainment and lifestyle journalist passionate about telling stories that celebrate culture, trends, and everyday life. She love diving into celebrity news, fashion, viral moments, and unique human experiences that resonate with readers. The goal is to create content that’s engaging, inspiring, and relatable, bringing fresh perspectives with a blend of curiosity and creativity.
