Today News Thamma Box Office Collection Day 1– Ayushmann Khurrana’s Biggest Opener Movie
Thamma Opens with a Bang This Diwali
Aditya Sarpotdar’s much-anticipated vampire romance Thamma, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, made a thunderous entry at the box office this Diwali. According to Maddock Films, the movie earned an impressive ₹25.11 crore net (₹30 crore gross) in India on its opening day. The collection makes Thamma one of the highest openers of 2025 for a Hindi film, and the biggest of Ayushmann’s career.
Despite a slightly slow start with 15–16% occupancy in morning shows, the film’s performance picked up rapidly in the evening as positive word of mouth spread across social media. By night, theatres across major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru reported occupancy levels crossing 40%, reflecting strong audience interest in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU).
Overseas Performance: A Decent Start Despite Mid-Week Release
While Thamma opened big in India, its overseas debut was more modest. The film collected just under $250,000 (approx ₹2 crore) from international markets. However, this was largely expected, as Diwali isn’t a public holiday in most countries, and the film released mid-week abroad.
Taking both domestic and international earnings into account, Thamma’s worldwide opening day total stands at ₹32 crore — an impressive figure that reaffirms Maddock Films’ growing global appeal.
Beating Competitors and Setting New Records
Thamma’s strong debut has outperformed several notable releases this year. It surpassed the opening day figures of Saiyaara (₹30 crore) and other MHCU hits like Stree (₹10 crore), Bhediya (₹12 crore), and Munjya (₹5 crore).
However, it fell short of the record-breaking openings of Chhaava (₹47 crore) and Stree 2 (₹80 crore). The latter continues to hold the title of the biggest opening for an Indian horror film to date.
Still, for a mid-week Diwali release, Thamma’s performance is commendable — particularly considering that many offices and schools remained closed the day after Diwali, giving audiences the perfect excuse to flock to theatres.
A Milestone Moment for Ayushmann Khurrana
For Ayushmann Khurrana, Thamma represents a turning point in his career. Known for his offbeat, socially conscious films like Andhadhun and Bala, the actor finally delivered his career-best opening with this big-ticket entertainer.
In a heartfelt statement, Ayushmann expressed his joy:
“I’m an entertainer, so it brings me immense happiness to see people loving Thamma during the Diwali holidays. Having made a name with quirky, unique films, I always dreamed of releasing a tentpole movie during Diwali — just like the big superstars I grew up watching. Thamma is that dream come true for me.”
Ayushmann also mentioned how emotional it felt to watch his own Diwali release in theatres with his family — a tradition he once followed as a fan of Bollywood’s biggest stars.
The Story and Appeal: Vampires, Love, and Madness
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma introduces a refreshing mix of romance, supernatural fantasy, and comedy. The film revolves around two vampires in love — played by Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna — who must face off against Nawazuddin Siddiqui, a powerful vampire plotting world domination.
The movie also features cameos by Varun Dhawan and Abhishek Banerjee, adding a fun connection to Maddock’s expanding Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) that began with Stree and continued with Bhediya and Munjya.
Audiences and critics have praised Thamma for its sharp humour, visual effects, and creative world-building, calling it a worthy addition to the Maddock lineup.
Comparison with Stree 2: A Tough Benchmark
Naturally, Thamma was compared to last year’s blockbuster Stree 2, which shattered records by collecting ₹51.80 crore on its opening day, along with ₹8.50 crore from paid previews.
While Thamma’s Day 1 figure of ₹25.11 crore is roughly half of Stree 2, the difference in timing and festival holidays makes the comparison less direct. Stree 2 benefited from an Independence Day release, a national holiday that traditionally boosts footfalls.
Even so, Thamma managed to secure the third-highest opening for Maddock Films and the second-highest within the MHCU, behind only Stree 2. The production house celebrated the milestone on social media, saying:
“It’s a Diwali Thammaka for the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe! Thamma opens with a bang – ₹25.11 Cr NBOC on Day 1! The madness is real, and the numbers speak louder!”
What Lies Ahead for Thamma
Industry experts predict that Thamma could maintain a steady box office trend over the long Diwali weekend, especially as audience reactions remain positive. With no major competition in theatres, the film is well-positioned to cross the ₹75 crore mark by the end of its first weekend if momentum continues.
If word-of-mouth remains strong, Thamma could even emerge as one of the top-grossing horror comedies of the year, further solidifying Maddock Films’ dominance in the genre.
Final Verdict
Thamma has delivered a powerful opening and marked a career milestone for Ayushmann Khurrana. Combining romance, supernatural fun, and the charm of Diwali festivities, the film has captured the audience’s imagination and set the stage for a successful run ahead.
While it may not have matched Stree 2’s historic start, Thamma has proven that original storytelling and fresh ideas still have the power to draw crowds — even in a market dominated by sequels and remakes.
With a strong debut of ₹25.11 crore in India and ₹32 crore worldwide, Thamma stands tall as one of 2025’s most successful openings, bringing both box office glory and festive cheer to Bollywood.
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