The launch of the song "Poison Baby" from the upcoming Diwali release, "Thamma," saw actresses Rashmika Mandanna and Malaika Arora set the stage on fire with their energetic dance moves. The event, celebrating the release of the peppy track, featured the two stars grooving together, much to the delight of fans and the media.
Malaika Arora, known for her iconic dance numbers, makes a grand return to the big screen with "Poison Baby". The song, sung by Jasmine Sandlas, Sachin-Jigar, and Divya Kumar, features Malaika in a club setting, perfectly matching the song's trippy beats. Rashmika Mandanna joins her on the dance floor, creating crackling chemistry as they match each other's energetic moves.
At the launch event, both actresses made notable fashion statements. Rashmika Mandanna donned a traditional black floral printed lehenga, paired with a full-sleeved plain coat and matching dupatta. Malaika Arora opted for a more contemporary look, sporting a white skirt and matching top.
Videos and photos from the launch event have gone viral on social media, capturing the fun and energy of the occasion. Fans have been raving about Malaika's stunning performance and Rashmika's captivating dance moves. Many also spotted director Amar Kaushik in the music video.
Malaika Arora shared her excitement about the song, saying it had been years since she led a full-blown dance number in a film. She added that she wanted her performance in "Poison Baby" to feel "dangerous, beautiful, and untamed". Jasmine Sandlas also expressed her delight in singing the song and having Malaika bring it to life on screen.
"Poison Baby" is the latest song from "Thamma," a horror-comedy film set to release this Diwali, on October 21, 2025. The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana as a man who becomes a vampire and falls in love with Rashmika Mandanna. The movie is the fifth installment in Maddock's horror-comedy universe, following "Stree," "Bhediya," "Munjya," and "Stree 2". The music is composed by Sachin-Jigar, with lyrics penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya. Besides Malaika Arora, Ayushmann Khurrana also graced the song launch event.