Following the tremendous success of Stree 2, Amar Kaushik is gearing up to co-produce Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana’s next film. Which will be a part of Dinesh Vijan’s expanding horror-comedy universe. This universe, renowned for its diverse supernatural elements.
Also has already showcased a range of entities including a female spirit. A bride-abducting ghost, a werewolf, and a ghost from Konkani folklore. The new film, tentatively titled Thamba, will introduce a vampire to this supernatural mix, ensuring that the horror-comedy genre remains fresh and intriguing.
Production Details and Timeline for Thamba
Amar Kaushik recently confirmed that the film’s title is indeed Thamba. He revealed that filming is set to start in the next two months. With production scheduled to commence in November 2024. This project will see Dinesh Vijan collaborating once again with director Aditya Satpodar, known for Munjya. The film also marks a reunion between Vijan and Ayushmann Khurrana, who previously worked together on Bala. This combination is expected to bring a new and exciting energy to the film.
Rashmika Mandanna Joins Ayushmann Khurrana
In a thrilling development, Rashmika Mandanna has been cast alongside Ayushmann Khurrana in Thamba. This will be their first on-screen pairing, and their collaboration is already creating buzz among fans. The unique and unexpected dynamic between the two stars is anticipated to add a fresh layer to the film’s horror-comedy elements. Amar Kaushik also shared that while the script for the sequel to Bhediya is still being refined, the story has been outlined and development is underway. Although Varun Dhawan’s return in Bhediya 2 is confirmed, the involvement of Kriti Sanon is still pending official confirmation.
Success of Stree 2 and Updates on the Bhediya Sequel
Amar Kaushik also provided an update on the recent success of Stree 2, which has grossed over Rs. 500 crore. This installment, featuring Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti Khurrana, is the fifth film in the Maddock Supernatural Universe and a direct sequel to the 2018 hit Stree. As for Bhediya 2, while specific details remain under wraps, the anticipation for this sequel continues to build. With Thamba introducing a new supernatural element and the Bhediya sequel in the pipeline, fans have much to look forward to from Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan’s creative ventures.