India, Oct. 22 -- Thamma box office collection day 2: Maddock Films' latest horror comedy offering, Thamma, has taken a running start at the box office. The Diwali release, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, minted over Rs.25 crore domestically on the opening day, Tuesday. On Wednesday, the film witnessed an expected dip as day 2 was a working day immediately after Diwali. But positive word of mouth meant the film was able to sustain some of its momentum.

Thamma earned Rs.25.11 crore net on its first day, according to Maddock Films. Sacnilk put the figure at Rs.24 crore. On day 2, the film saw a substantial reduction in footfalls, as morning shows registered only 10% occupancy (as opposed to 16% on day 1). By 5 pm on Wedn...