Vinay Mishra

Thamma is one of those films that had great potential on paper but completely collapses in execution. Right from the start, the poor use of CGI becomes hard to ignore. The bear created through computer graphics looks completely unrealistic — more like a video game character than something from a big-screen movie. It often pulls the audience out of the story instead of adding any thrill or emotional connection. The disappointment continues in the climax scene, where Ayushmann Khurrana’s biceps — also visibly done with CGI — look artificial and distracting. It’s surprising to see such poor visual work in a film featuring talented actors and a decent production setup. Rashmika Mandanna’s performance is another major letdown. Her acting feels inconsistent and lacking emotional depth. Instead of connecting with the character or situation, her expressions and dialogue delivery come across as random and forced. The writing of the film doesn’t help either. The story feels directionless, with poorly developed scenes and no solid progression. What makes it worse is the film’s attempt at comedy — instead of witty dialogue or situational humor, the film heavily relies on meme-style jokes that feel outdated and forced. There’s almost no originality or creativity in the comedic writing. If there’s one saving grace, it’s the music. The songs are pleasant and well-composed, providing brief moments of relief amidst an otherwise disappointing experience. Overall, Thamma is a weak film dragged down by bad CGI, poor performances, and lazy writing. Apart from its songs, there’s very little that stands out or stays with the audience after the credits roll.

Chip copy of Hollywood movie THE POSSESSION.