This Diwali is all set to become a massive celebration for Bollywood fans. In a fantastic strategic move, Maddock Films has announced a huge double bill. The highly anticipated trailer of Sriram Raghavan’s war epic, Ikkis, will debut exclusively with the studio’s big Diwali blockbuster, the horror-comedy Thamma.
When audiences go to watch Thamma in cinemas, they will be the very first to get a big-screen look at Ikkis. This move cleverly blends two completely different but equally exciting genres. It pairs a patriotic war film with a supernatural horror-comedy, giving audiences a taste of two of 2025’s biggest films in one sitting.
About Ikkis: A Hero’s Story
Ikkis is not just any war film. It is directed by the brilliant Sriram Raghavan and tells the extraordinary true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. He was the youngest recipient of India’s highest military honour, the Param Vir Chakra, which he received for his bravery in the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
The film features a stellar cast, starring the legendary Dharmendra alongside breakout star Agastya Nanda and the powerhouse performer Jaideep Ahlawat. Ikkis was originally planned for a Gandhi Jayanti release but has now been officially shifted to December 2025. This smart move helps it avoid big box-office clashes and ensures it reaches the widest possible audience. New posters hint at a film filled with intense action and deep family emotions.
Thamma: Ayushmann Enters The Horror Universe
Meanwhile, Thamma is ready to create history this Diwali. The film hits theatres on October 21, 2025, and marks the first time Ayushmann Khurrana is joining the famous Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU). He stars alongside Rashmika Mandanna in this much-awaited film.
Thamma is reportedly Maddock’s most expensive horror-comedy origin story to date, with a major investment in technology and spectacle. It will introduce audiences to a brand new creature: the betaal, which is Bollywood’s new twist on the vampire myth. Industry insiders are buzzing that thanks to strong pre-bookings and a rare two-day split Diwali holiday, Thamma could become the highest opener for both Ayushmann and the entire MHCU franchise.
A Smart Strategy For Movie Lovers
By attaching the Ikkis trailer to every Thamma screening, Maddock Films has created the perfect festive treat. Audiences will come in for the supernatural thrills of Thamma and will leave with the patriotic goosebumps from the Ikkis trailer.
This builds massive anticipation for the war film’s December release. For movie buffs, it means an unparalleled cinema season. It starts with the horror-comedy fireworks of Thamma this Diwali, followed by the real-life heroics of Ikkis just a few weeks later. Maddock Films is proving it can deliver bold, original, and massive entertainment.
About Thamma
Thamma is an upcoming horror-comedy from Maddock Films and the next installment in their popular Horror Comedy Universe. The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. It is set to introduce a new supernatural creature, the betaal, and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 21, 2025.
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