Thamma 2 Announced — But Do We Really Need a Sequel to MHCU’s Weakest Film?

Vishal waghela
Oct 23
4 min read

When Thamma released this Diwali, fans expected fireworks — what they got was a flickering candle struggling to stay lit. Now, with Maddock Films officially confirming Thamma 2, one has to ask — do we really need a sequel to what’s easily the weakest entry in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) so far?

Let’s break down why Thamma failed to bite — and why its sequel has a lot to prove.

Thamma (2025): A Universe-Sized Letdown

The idea sounded perfect on paper — Ayushmann Khurrana as a vampire, Rashmika Mandanna as his supernatural love interest, and a mythology-inspired vampire world rooted in Indian folklore.

But what we got was an overcooked, under-seasoned mess that didn’t know whether it wanted to be a romantic comedy, horror movie, or mythological fantasy. The tone swung wildly — from slapstick one moment to melodrama the next — leaving the audience confused and disconnected.

Even Nawazuddin Siddiqui, as the villain Yakshasan, felt wasted. His menacing presence couldn’t save the paper-thin writing or cringe-inducing dialogues. The film’s emotional scenes felt forced, the VFX looked outdated in places, and the “romantic” chemistry between Ayushmann and Rashmika was about as electric as a dead bulb.

Box Office: Big Hype, Average Bite

Yes, Thamma opened strong — about ₹25 crore on Day 1 — thanks to Diwali hype and Ayushmann’s fanbase. But the excitement fizzled faster than a cheap firecracker.

By the end of its first weekend, footfall dropped sharply. Critics called it a “style-over-substance” film, and even die-hard MHCU fans admitted it lacked the charm of Stree or the emotional beats of Bhediya.

In short: it was a movie powered more by marketing than magic.

Why Thamma Flopped (and What MHCU Got Wrong)

No Soul in the Story – The film tried to blend romance and mythology but ended up with neither.
Zero Horror, Flat Comedy – Despite being in a horror-comedy universe, it barely made anyone laugh — or scream.
Confused Direction – Aditya Sarpotdar, who nailed Munjya, seemed lost here. The pacing dragged, and the editing felt choppy.
Overstuffed Universe Building – Cameos, Easter eggs, and crossover teases drowned the main story.
VFX Over Substance – Flashy visuals couldn’t hide lazy writing.

At this point, Thamma felt like the MHCU’s version of Iron Man 2 — flashy, expensive, but hollow inside.

The “Bloody Love Story” That Forgot the Blood (and the Love)

The central romance — between a Betaal (Ayushmann) and Tadaka (Rashmika) — could’ve been epic. Instead, it felt like a TikTok reel stretched for 2.5 hours.

There was no tension, no passion, no emotional payoff. Even the supposedly “tragic” ending landed flat because the film never gave us a reason to care.

The mythological angle (Ashwatthama and Betaal lore) was fascinating on paper but explained in dull, exposition-heavy scenes that tested audience patience.

By the intermission, you didn’t fear the vampires — you feared another song.

MHCU Connections: Forced, Not Fun

The MHCU is supposed to feel like one connected world — like Stree meeting Bhediya felt natural. But Thamma treated its crossovers like last-minute patchwork. ”The post-credit scenes — teasing Shakti Shalini and Bhediya 2 — were the only time the audience perked up.

So Why Make Thamma 2?

Producer Dinesh Vijan insists Thamma 2 (set for 2029) will redeem the franchise. But honestly, it feels like damage control.

The MHCU has momentum thanks to Stree 2 and Munjya, not Thamma.If the sequel has any chance, it needs to ditch the romance, double down on mythology, and give Ayushmann’s character real depth — not another half-hearted love angle with glossy VFX.

Because right now, the only thing immortal about Thamma is the audience’s disappointment.

What Fans Want from Thamma 2

A real story that connects to the larger universe.
Better VFX and production value.
Meaningful crossovers, not just cameos.
Consistent tone — either scary or funny, not both poorly.
A director who knows what world he’s building.

Maddock has the vision — but Thamma 2 will decide whether MHCU is India’s Marvel or just another messy experiment.

Aapke Sawal, Hamare Jawab! (FAQs)

1. When is Thamma 2 releasing in India? Thamma 2 is slated for 2029, after the Mahayudh crossover events conclude.

2. Who will star in Thamma 2? Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna will return. Expect cameos from Varun Dhawan, Shraddha Kapoor, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

3. Is Thamma 2 connected to Stree and Bhediya? Yes! It’s all part of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) — every film connects through common mythological threads and post-credit scenes.

4. Will there be another Mahayudh after Thamma 2? As per producer Dinesh Vijan, Thamma 2 will likely conclude the current MHCU phase — though new sagas could begin later.

5. What makes Thamma different from other vampire movies? Instead of Western vampires, Thamma is rooted in Indian folklore, exploring the Betaal mythology inspired by Vikram-Betaal and Ashwatthama’s curse.