Maddock Films has quietly but confidently carved a niche for itself in the Horror-Comedy genre, starting with the breakout success of Stree, followed by Roohi and the recent box office hit like Munjya. Now, diversifying this universe is the much-anticipated film Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the man behind Munjya, Thama delves into a vampire romance, and historical fantasy.
Interestingly, the film was originally titled Vampires of Vijaynagar, hinting at a more literal supernatural story. However, the change to Thama has left fans intrigued. What does it mean, and why the shift? Let’s dive into what the title Thama really signifies and whether it links to one of the most enigmatic figures in Indian history, Ashwatthama.
Why ‘Vampires of Vijaynagar’ became ‘Thama’, the Ashwatthama connection explained
The original title, Vampires of Vijaynagar, hinted at a straightforward fantasy rooted in the Indian subcontinent, but the shift to Thama signals something deeper and more mythological. The new title as many have speculated, appears to be inspired by Ashwatthama, one of the most mysterious and tragic figures from the epic, the Mahabharata.
