When Stree 2 was released and became such a huge blockbuster, there was a lot of debate about who deserved the credit. Everyone was fighting to claim responsibility for its success. But today, when the Maddock Horror Universe logo was revealed, there was only one face standing on stage — and maybe that gave everyone their answer. And they’re seriously doing it. That’s the exact reaction I had when I realized the Stree Universe is actually expanding and connecting its stories together. There’s a certain kind of excitement that hits when everything starts linking up the like puzzle pieces finally falling into place. And now, looking at this new Bhediya design? Honestly, it’s impressive. There’s something satisfying about seeing a werewolf that actually looks intimidating and not just like some overgrown puppy. The build, the aura, the menace and it works.
The Review
Now that the Thamma trailer has dropped, it’s safe to say it’s definitely a step up from the teaser. But at this point, I think we all need to accept that Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s character is exactly what we’re seeing and probably not more than that. He doesn’t seem to carry that strong, formidable antagonist energy that truly challenges the hero. Because in movies like this, what makes the hero great is the villain. The better your villain, the greater your hero. It’s a symbiotic relationship. Right now though, it looks like the movie’s leaning more toward entertainment than intensity. So the real fun might come from watching how the hero–villain “romance” unfolds on screen.
Following the Stree Universe’s usual pattern , the hero gets powers, freaks out, and uses humor to cope with it all. From Tom Hardy’s Venom to Rajkummar Rao’s Stree, this formula has been tried and tested. And yes, while it might feel a bit repetitive or formulaic, can you actually hate it? Not really. It’s the kind of movie that feels like proper popcorn entertainment. Popcorn might not be everyone’s first choice, but come on it never tastes bad. From the trailer, it’s clear the film will heavily lean on humor. Rashmika Mandanna seems to be the connecting thread between Ayushmann and Nawazuddin, pulling both sides toward a final, supernatural showdown. There’s a ton of CGI, some wild action shots, and a final glimpse of Bhediya that seems to set up the climax. Rumor has it, there’s a big “ancient battle” subplot tied to this story, which might just surprise everyone and expand the universe further.
Of course, there’ll be cameos, a few stylish action sequences, and then just like Stree and Bhediya. They’ll probably end by teasing the next big crossover or Mahayudh setup.
On the technical side, the CGI seems improved, which is a relief. They’ve moved away from that old-school wirework, which always looked stiff and dated. But if there’s one nitpick the human motion in CGI still needs polish. The fluidity isn’t perfect; you can tell when the movement isn’t natural. Hopefully, they fine-tune that in post-production because when motion feels artificial, emotional impact drops. Overall though it feels fine. The trailer gave a good vibe, and the trailer holds it up. It looks like a fun, visually charged, slightly predictable but enjoyable movie. The kind that might not change cinema, but will definitely keep audiences entertained.
And personally? I’m still holding out hope that we might catch a glimpse of Akshay Kumar or a “Mahayudh” tease at the end. Because if that happens. Then the Stree Universe might just turn into India’s own supernatural MCU.
