This festive season, filmmaker Maddock Films dropped its latest horror-comedy entry, and the buzz was strong. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thamma box office collection on Day 1, where it stands in comparison, and what its opening means for the weekend ahead.
The festive release of Thamma saw high expectations, thanks to the star pairing of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, and its placement in the acclaimed Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. With the film hitting theatres on October 21 2025 (Diwali time), the key question has been: how much did Thamma collect?
What the Numbers Say
- Industry tracker Sacnilk reports that Thamma’s box office collection on Day 1 (India net) was approximately ₹24 crore.
- Some sources put it slightly higher at ₹25.11 crore for Day 1 net in India.
- For context, the film’s morning occupancy stood at ~15.76% on Day 1, moving up in the afternoon and evening shows.
- One box‐office tracker estimates the worldwide gross after Day 1 at ₹36.58 crore (India gross) against an estimated budget of around ₹150 crore.
How Does Thamma Compare?
- Within the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, Thamma’s opening was the second-highest ever for the franchise, after Stree 2.
- While ₹24-25 crore is a strong number for a weekday release, it still falls short of some of the biggest Diwali openings of recent years.
Why the Numbers Matter
- A strong Day 1 gives Thamma the momentum it needs to tackle the extended Diwali weekend — typically the most lucrative stretch for a festive release.
- Given a higher budget (reported ~₹140-150 crore) the film must sustain its performance over the next few days to meet break-even and profit targets.
- Word-of-mouth will play a big role: while occupancy got off to a moderate start, positive viewer response could boost evening and weekend collections.
What to Look For in the Coming Days
- Will Thamma maintain or increase its daily collections through Wednesday and Thursday?
- How will the audience reception and reviews affect the box office trend?
- Will the film manage to cross key milestones (₹50 crore, ₹100 crore) during the extended weekend?
- Comparing regional and overseas performance — while initial overseas shows seem modest, updates may follow shortly.
Final Thoughts of Thamma Box Office Collection
In short, the Thamma box office collection on Day 1 delivered a promising start at about ₹24-25 crore net (India). Given its budget and festive release timing, the opening is good, but not yet spectacular. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether Thamma becomes a solid hit or simply a moderate performer.
