The Horror Comedy Sensation: Thamma's Box Office Triumph
Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's latest venture, Thamma, has hit the big screen with a bang, leaving audiences in stitches and on the edge of their seats. But here's where it gets controversial: this horror comedy's opening day collection has sparked a debate among movie enthusiasts.
Thamma's worldwide box office collection on its first day was an impressive ₹32 crore, outperforming several notable Hindi films. Maddock Films' latest offering, a part of their horror comedy universe, made the most of the Diwali holiday in India, raking in ₹25 crore net domestically. The film's success extended overseas, although the opening was not as explosive, with collections just under $250K.
And this is the part most people miss: the film's strong opening day collection is one of the best for Hindi films this year, surpassing hits like Saiyaara (₹30 crore). Thamma's performance even eclipsed other films from the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), including Stree (₹10 crore), Bhediya (₹12 crore), and Munjya (₹5 crore). However, it fell short of the extraordinary openings of Chhaava (₹47 crore) and Stree 2 (₹80 crore), the latter holding the record for the best-opening Indian horror film.
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma tells the story of Ayushmann and Rashmika's vampire romance, where they must confront Nawazuddin Siddiqui's ambitious vampire seeking world domination. The film has been praised for its hilarious moments, stunning visual effects, and engaging storytelling. With cameos by Varun Dhawan and Abhishek Banerjee, Thamma is a must-watch for fans of horror and comedy.
So, what do you think? Is Thamma's box office success a sign of its quality, or is it just a holiday fluke? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments! Let's spark a friendly debate and discuss the factors that contribute to a film's success.
