Actress Rashmika Mandanna was unable to attend the trailer launch event for her highly anticipated horror comedy “Thamma.” However, she shared a heartfelt video message for everyone present.
Busy with ‘Cocktail 2’
The ‘Animal’ actress explained her absence by revealing that she is currently busy filming “Cocktail 2,” which stars Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. In her video message, she expressed, “Hi guys, I am so sorry that I couldn’t be at the trailer launch. I am shooting for ‘Cocktail 2’ in Sicily right now, but I really really hope that you liked the Thamma trailer and the brand new Maddok horror comedy.”
Character Insights
Rashmika elaborated on the significance of her character, stating, “Tadaka is such an important and strong character, and I had the honor and the privilege of playing her. I absolutely loved playing her part on screen. I can’t wait for all of you to watch Thamma in the theatre this Diwali.”
Trailer Highlights
The trailer kicks off with Rashmika introducing Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s character Yakshasan as the protector of the world. However, things take a turn when he decides to go rogue and become the ‘Thamma’ himself. Viewers are also treated to several romantic moments between Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika.
Following this, Alok, played by Ayushmann, unexpectedly transforms into a vampire, facing challenges that accompany his new identity, which includes a missing heartbeat and fangs.
Cast and Production Details
“Thamma” features Ayushmann as Alok, Rashmika as Tadaka, Nawazuddin as Yakshasan, Paresh Rawal as Ram Bajaj Goyal, and Sathyaraj as Elvis Karim Prabhakar, among others.
The makers, Maddock Films, shared the captivating trailer on social media, captioning it: “A forgotten legend from our folklore, #Thamma takes centre stage this Diwali. Maddock Horror Comedy Universe presents a bloody love story, produced by Dinesh Vijan & Amar Kaushik and directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. In cinemas worldwide on 21st October. Trailer Out Now. Link in bio.”
“Thamma” is set for a theatrical release on October 21, coinciding with Diwali this year.