Ayushmann Khuranna delivers his fifth 100 crore hit with Thamma, sets record for the highest-grossing origin story within Dinesh Vijan's MHCU

Ayushmann Khurrana has done it again. With Thamma surging past the coveted Rs. 100 crore nett mark at the Indian box office, the actor has cemented his legacy as Bollywood’s undisputed Master of Uniqueness, racking up his fifth Rs. 100 crore blockbusters in a genre defined by quirk, wit, and unconventional storytelling. Thamma isn’t just a box office triumph it’s a cultural landmark, recording the highest ever gross for an origin story in Dinesh Vijan’s growing “MHCU” (Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe), outstripping hits like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya in a meteoric rise that has the industry buzzing.

 

Ayushmann Khuranna delivers his fifth 100 crore hit with Thamma, sets record for the highest-grossing origin story within Dinesh Vijan's MHCU

 

Tracing Ayushmann’s career, the actor has carved a niche nobody else has mastered anchoring films that blend audacious themes with mainstream charm, drawing both critical acclaim and mass audiences. His run reads like a hit parade: Dream Girl collected Rs. 142.26 crore, Dream Girl 2 totaled Rs. 104.90 crore, Badhaai Ho soared to Rs. 137.61 crore, Bala reached Rs. 116.81 crore, and now Thamma has joined the league. In an industry where formulas often rule, Ayushmann’s brand is a risk that pays, and pays consistently. With this latest milestone, he boasts 90 percent box office success across his major releases a track record nearly unmatched in modern Hindi cinema.

 

Thamma has rewritten records on multiple fronts. Not only does it claim the highest box office for an origin story in the MHCU, but it also earned Ayushmann the best opening day of his career: a phenomenal Rs. 23.11 crore nett in India alone. This staggering figure underscores the star’s pull audiences now actively seek out his brand of content, trusting he’ll deliver fresh, entertaining, and relevant stories that break the mold. With Thamma, Ayushmann doesn’t just deliver another hit he inaugurates a new franchise within the MHCU, promising sequels and spin-offs that could define the next era of horror-comedy in Bollywood.

 

What’s unique about Thamma’s success is how it solidifies Ayushmann’s relationship with both audiences and visionary producers like Dinesh Vijan. Vijan’s calculated risk - casting Ayushmann as the face of MHCU’s new chapter - has paid off handsomely, both Bala and Thamma emerging as money-spinning hits. With Ayushmann at the helm, producers now have proof positive that investing in eccentric, bold content pays massive dividends, fostering a wave of confidence in stories that stand out.

 

Ayushmann’s hit rate is enviable with five films past the Rs. 100 crore mark, a string of innovative hits, and now the launch of what could be Bollywood’s most exciting new franchise. He’s fresh off back-to-back successes with Thamma and Dream Girl 2, reinforcing his star power at a time when market unpredictability is the norm. The slate ahead promises even greater things: Pati Patni 2, Sooaj Barjatya’s next family entertainer, and a marquee role in YRF’s upcoming theatrical venture, co-produced with the team behind the global streaming sensation Kaala Paani.

 

This Diwali, Ayushmann didn’t just deliver box office gold, he upended trade predictions, won over critics and the masses, and asserted his unshakeable hold on the quirky-comedy genre. For producers, he’s the ace in the deck; for audiences, he’s the guarantee of a film that entertains and innovates. His journey from niche star to box office juggernaut stands as a testament to creative risk, versatility, and an unwavering commitment to originality as Ayushmann carves his name into the history books as the one who made Uniqueness a genre, and box office success its hallmark.

 

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Ayushmann Khuranna opens up about Maddock Films’ release strategy of Thamma and the future of MHCU: “They don’t want to randomly make films. They have a certain plan”

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