MUMBAI: Ayushmann Khurrana is gearing up for the release of his much-anticipated horror comedy, "Thamma", co-starring Rashmika Mandanna. As the film deals with the mysterious subject of vampires, it might bring back fond memories for some from their childhood filled with Indian folklore, or at least so was the case for the 'Doctor G' actor.
During an exclusive conversation with IANS, Ayushmann was asked if he had watched Vikram Betaal. The 'Dream Girl' actor shared that he did watch it as a kid. He added that his character in his next, "Thamma, " means the Betaal with superpowers.
Ayushmann told IANS, "Of course, I have watched Vikram Betaal as a child, and it's a part of Indian folklore. I am playing a Betaal in Thamma, and Thamma means the most powerful Betaal with a lot of superpowers. It is like a superhero film for me because, just like how a common man will react after suddenly getting superpowers. - He is unable to handle it. That's the fun part of it."
"Thamma" stars Ayushmann as Alok, along with Rashmika as Tadaka, Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan, and Paresh Rawal as Ram Bajaj Goyal, along with others.