Thamma, the fifth installment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) after Stree, Bhediya, Stree 2, and Munjya, was released in cinemas on October 21. The post-credits scene teased the next MHCU film Shakti Shalini, which will be headlined by Aneet Padda and will release in cinemas on December 24, 2026. Aneet became an overnight sensation after Saiyaara released earlier this year and went on to become a blockbuster, grossing Rs 580 crore at the worldwide box office.

Amar Kaushik, who has directed three films in the MHCU till now - Stree, Bhediya and Stree 2, has now shared how Aneet was picked to lead Shakti Shalini. Talking to Bollywood Hungama, the filmmaker said, "When we were writing the script, we realised that we needed a younger actor. Meanwhile, we saw her film Saiyaara and

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