Ayushmann Khurrana seeks blessings at Siddhivinayak temple as ‘Thamma’ becomes his career’s best opening film
Ayushmann Khurrana, the Bollywood star behind the new hit Thamma, stopped by Mumbai’s famous Siddhivinayak Temple on Wednesday to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha. The visit came after the film shattered expectations at the box office, earning a record ₹25.11 crore nett on its opening day—a biggest launch for an original Hindi movie in the past decade.
Why the trip mattered
The actor and co‑producer Amar Kaushik walked into the temple together, grateful that Thamma became a massive Diwali blockbuster. “It felt like watching a favorite superstar’s film with my family,” Ayushmann recounted. He added that the release timing—Diwali, the biggest movie‑going holiday—was a dream come true.
About Thamma
Released on October 21, 2025, Thamma is a horror‑comedy that follows Alok, a historian who wakes up an ancient vampire named Yakshasan, played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Alok ends up turning into a vampire himself and sets out to stop Yakshasan’s reign of terror. The film adds a fresh twist called “betaalism,” giving the classic vampire story a new spin.
The cast and crew
- Ayushmann Khurrana stars and stars as the lead.
- Rashmika Mandanna brings charm to the ensemble.
- Paresh Rawal adds comic relief.
- Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar.
- Produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik under the Maddock Films banner.
Franchise potential
With Thamma already outshining earlier original releases like Stree and Bhediya, Ayushmann sees the movie as a “tentpole” for his career. He envisions a franchise built on this new mythology, promising more adventures for fans.
Box‑office buzz
The film’s opening surpassed the best for Indian original stories in the last decade, proving that Bollywood’s audience loves fresh, myth‑inspired narratives. Fans are watching as Thamma starts a potential series that could blend horror, comedy, and folklore.
Ayushmann’s temple visit signals his gratitude and excitement for the next chapter in India’s booming film market—especially during a festival that welcomes the biggest blockbusters.
Source: ianslive
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