Bollywood’s Diwali Blockbuster: Thamma to Premiere Ikkis Trailer, Merging Patriotism and Horror on the Big Screen

Ziya Khan October 20, 2025Last Updated: October 20, 2025

Excitement is building as Maddock Films announces that the highly anticipated trailer of Sriram Raghavan’s war epic Ikkis will debut exclusively with Thamma, their landmark horror-comedy releasing this Diwali. This strategic pairing promises one of the year’s most captivating double features, blending two genres Bollywood is reinventing for a new generation of movie lovers.

kkis tells the extraordinary true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee for valor during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Starring legendary Dharmendra, breakout star Agastya Nanda, and Jaideep Ahlawat in a pivotal role, Raghavan’s film delivers both intense battle sequences and the emotional depth that Maddock Films is known for.

Originally slated for a Gandhi Jayanti release, Ikkis has been rescheduled for December 2025, avoiding box office clashes and targeting patriotic and family audiences nationwide. New posters hint at gripping action, heartfelt family moments, and Agastya Nanda’s rise as the next-generation hero.Meanwhile, Thamma is set to make Diwali 2025 unforgettable.

Featuring Ayushmann Khurrana—Bollywood’s hitmaker known for his perfect mix of comedy and emotion—and Rashmika Mandanna, Thamma marks Maddock’s most ambitious horror-comedy origin story to date. Packed with cutting-edge technology and spectacle, it introduces the betaal, a fresh Bollywood take on the vampire myth.

Early buzz and pre-bookings suggest Thamma could become the highest opener for both Ayushmann and the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), boosted by a rare two-day Diwali holiday. By pairing the Ikkis trailer with every Thamma screening, Maddock offers audiences a thrilling journey—from supernatural scares this Diwali to heroic patriotism this December.

This bold move signals Maddock’s commitment to original storytelling and sets the stage for an exciting cinematic year ahead. Thamma hits theaters on October 21, 2025, just in time for Diwali celebrations, while Ikkis will follow in December, with an official release date soon to be announced. Together, these films promise a spectacular Bollywood season blending horror, history, and powerhouse performances.