Mumbai, October 24, 2025 – Actress Rashmika Mandanna, riding high on the release of her latest film "Thamma," has shared an endearing anecdote about her experience of watching the movie alongside her fans. The horror-comedy, which also stars Ayushmann Khurrana, has been generating buzz since its release on October 21, coinciding with the Diwali festivities.
The "Pushpa" actress revealed that she "sneaked back into the theatre" to witness the audience's reaction firsthand. Taking to her Instagram stories, she described the experience as "a different feeling altogether," expressing her joy at listening to the "laughs, whistles, and reactions all around while watching the film".
"Dear diary," she wrote, "Sooo Wednesday night I might have just sneaked back into the theatre to watch Thamma. It's a different feeling altogether listening to the laughs, whistles and reactions all around while watching the film".
Expressing her gratitude, Rashmika thanked her fans for their overwhelming love and feedback. "To everyone who's watched it, sent love, feedback, comments... we're sooo so happyyy! I love youuu all!! Oh and yes... I got my 80:20 salted: caramel popcorn too," she added.
"Thamma" marks a new venture for Mandanna, with many considering it her most layered and daring role yet. Some fans have lauded her performance, noting that she carries the film. The film has received generally positive reviews, with praise for its direction, performances, and blending of humor and horror.
Mandanna also took to social media prior to the film's release to reflect on her journey. She expressed gratitude to director Aditya Sarpotdar for his trust and guidance. "@aditya_a_sarpotdar sir my heart is full of respect for you.. You trusted me, you pushed me.. You saw what the film could be and you helped us get there," she wrote. She also shared her appreciation for her co-stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Paresh Rawal, saying, "doing scenes with you is so effortless and natural.. sooo happy we got to work on this one together".
"Thamma" has been described as a blend of humor, emotion, and supernatural thrills. The film, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, is the fifth installment in Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe, following "Stree," "Roohi," "Bhediya," and "Munjya". The film explores Indian folklore rooted in vampire myths.
The movie has received mixed reactions on social media, with some praising the performances and emotional core, while others have criticized the music. Some viewers have pointed out the film's unique storyline and the performances of the cast, particularly Mandanna, Khurrana and Siddiqui. However, some felt that the story drags, while some mentioned that the climax scene is overdone.
Despite mixed opinions, Mandanna's performance has been described as a "pleasant surprise" by some viewers. Several users have lauded her screen presence and charisma.
