From Thamma to Shakti Shalini: A complete guide to the Maddock Horror Universe

Bollywood’s very own spooky cinematic universe is growing stronger with every film! From Stree to Thamma, Maddock Films has built a world where folklore, laughter, and chills collide and it’s all connected in ways you didn’t see coming.

It all started with Stree, starring and Rajkumar Rao. A horror-comedy inspired by urban legends, it set the tone for a universe that’s scary, funny, and deeply rooted in Indian myths. O Stree, kal aana became a pop-culture anthem!

Starring Janhvi Kapoor, Rajkumar Rao, and Varun Sharma, Roohi added new supernatural lore. The film hinted at connections to Stree through its post-credits scene, officially confirming that Maddock was building a shared horror world.

Enter Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon in a hilarious yet heartfelt horror story from the forests of Arunachal. Bhediya expanded the tone and geography of the MHU with a cameo that directly tied it back to Stree!

Drawing from Marathi folklore, Munjya added another creepy creature to the mix. With a post-credit tease linking it to Stree 2, fans finally saw the larger puzzle forming and the hype went through the roof.

Rashmika Mandanna’s Thamma took the franchise into darker, more emotional territory. Still rooted in supernatural lore, it shows Maddock’s shift toward deeper storytelling, connecting threads fans first noticed in Munjya and Stree.

The upcoming Shakti Shalini is already making waves! Rumoured to bring female-led horror back into the spotlight, it’s expected to weave multiple characters and storylines together, a grand crossover within the Maddock Horror Universe.

With Shakti Shalini on the horizon, Maddock is crafting India’s first true horror franchise. Expect more folklore, cameos, and spine-tingling surprises - because the Maddock Horror Universe has only just begun!