Thama: Ayushmann Khurrana's FIRST LOOK as Alok is chilling yet charismatic in 'bloody' love story

Thama is one of the most-awaited Bollywood films of 2025, starring Ayushmann Khurrana. The film is part of Maddock's horror-comedy universe and is expected to feature Varun Dhawan's werewolf from Bhediya. A few days ago, the makers announced that the teaser, aka the world of Thama, will be released on August 19. Ahead of it, they have unveiled the first look of Ayushmann as Alok.

Ayushmann Khurrana's first look in Thama out

On August 18, Maddock Films shared the first look at Ayushmann Khurrana in Thama. In the picture, Ayushmann as Alok, who is the last hope of humanity, looks chilling yet charismatic. He looks bold and promising, and gives a spooky vibe.

Sharing the picture, the makers also added a teaser of the title song in the background, where some voices can be heard screaming "Thama, Thama." Meanwhile, the world of Thama, aka the teaser, will be released on August 19 at 11:11 am. They captioned the post, "Presenting Ayushmann Khurrana as Alok - Insaaniyat ki aakhri umeed. The World of Thama drops tomorrow at 11:11 am. This Diwali, the universe gives us a bloody love story in cinemas worldwide - #Thama."

Fans react to Ayushmann Khurrana as Alok in Thama

Reacting to the first look, one fan said, "Our dapper Ayushmann is back." Another commented, "Another Super Hit / Blockbuster by Maddock films." A third fan said, "Eagerly waiting for this next blockbuster Thama." "Finally my favourite creature of night’s first glimpse will be unveiled tomorrow @maddockfilms you are amazing," read another comment. 

About Thama

While announcing the teaser release date, the makers dropped a video where Sarkata from Stree 2, Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya were mentioned to introduce Thama, and the voiceover is done by Nawazuddin Siddiqui. He said, "Who is the most powerful? Is it Stree or Sarkata or Bhediya or Munjya? No. There is one who is more powerful than these. The most dangerous person whom people will know by one name, Thama."

Thama is an upcoming Indian supernatural romantic comedy starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The film is expected to explore the theme of unexpected love across two timelines: the backdrop of present-day Delhi and the ancient Vijayanagara Empire. 

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Ayushmann plays a historian who uncovers secrets about vampire myths, while Rashmika portrays his love interest in the past. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is cast as the antagonist, a revenge-seeking figure from the past.

The film is produced by Maddock Films and Amar Kaushik, known for their horror-comedy universe, and is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The film is part of Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe, which includes movies like Stree, Stree 2, Munjya, and Bhediya.

Ayushmann Khurrana's Thama will be released in Diwali 2025 in theaters!

FAQs

Q: Is Thama connected to Stree?

A: Yes, Thama is connected to the Stree universe, created by Maddock Films, which also includes the films Stree and Bhediya. Ayushmann Khurrana will star as a vampire in Thama, which is part of this horror-comedy franchise.

Q: How is Munjya linked to Stree?

A: The universe-building began with Bhediya, in which characters from Stree appeared. This was followed by Munjya, where characters from Bhediya and Stree appeared. The continuity with Bhediya's characters continued in Sree 2, making Sree and Bhediya the central link connecting the three films.

Q: When can I watch Thama?

A: Thama will hit theaters in Diwali 2025.