The upcoming Diwali release season is heating up and one film in particular is creating early buzz with its advance bookings. The horror‑comedy titled Thamma starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna has caught the attention of trade analysts thanks to its folklore‑tinged vampire narrative and festive release strategy. How much has been raked by Thamma? According to figures reported by Sacnilk Thamma’s advance bookings have crossed approximately Rs 3.54 crore (including block‑seat sales) with over 28000 tickets sold for day one. Meanwhile its contender for attention during the same window the romance drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa is quietly fighting for its space amidst screen‑share competition and subdued advance traction. How much potential has been shown by Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat? In comparison with Thamma Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa starrer has made around Rs 86.30 lakh including block seats and around 3640 tickets sold for day one. The gap between the two numbers appears significant Thamma clearly has the early momentum while Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat must rely more on word‑of‑mouth and release‑day performance. The situation is further complicated by allegations from the makers of the romance drama that screen allocation and multiplex chains have biased favour towards Thamma. More about the box office clash The box office clash between Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat on October 21 is drawing attention this festive season. While Thamma rides high on an established universe genre novelty and big-screen appeal Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat banks on romance and emotional depth. Industry insiders hint at screen allocation issues adding tension to the rivalry. With contrasting themes and audiences the real test will unfold over the Diwali weekend as both films compete for viewers. Story Highlights Thamma leads the Diwali box office race with approx. Rs 3.54 crore in advance bookings and 28000+ tickets sold. Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat lags behind with around Rs 86.30 lakh in advance bookings and 3640 tickets sold for Day 1. The romance dramas makers have raised concerns about unfair screen allocation favouring Thamma. Both films offer contrasting genres horror-comedy vs romance and will clash over the festive weekend for audience attention. The Diwali box office clash between Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has taken shape with early numbers reflecting audience preferences.