EXCLUSIVE: Amar Kaushik reveals why Bhediya looks ‘bigger and khunkhar’ in Thamma: “Our universe is expanding; we needed to give him more powers”; admits Varun Dhawan is “putting PRESSURE” for Bhediya 2: “But we have to be excited about the script…”

One of the highlights of the grand Diwali release *Thamma* is the special appearance by Bhediya, played by Varun Dhawan. Bhediya has become a crowd favourite; his entry received a rousing reception in *Stree 2*, where he also had a cameo, and *Thamma* was no exception.

In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, director Amar Kaushik opened up about Bhediya and his evolving character in the expanding cinematic universe.

**EXCLUSIVE: Amar Kaushik reveals why Bhediya looks ‘bigger and khunkhar’ in Thamma**

“Our universe is expanding; we needed to give him more powers,” Amar Kaushik shared. He also admitted that Varun Dhawan is “putting pressure” on him for *Bhediya 2*, but added, “We have to be excited about the script.”

**Was the intention to take a different route for Bhediya’s cameo compared to the one he had in Stree 2?**

Amar Kaushik replied, “Yes. When we made *Bhediya* (2022), we could have made him bigger and stronger. But we had seen that a lot in Western films, and I didn’t want to repeat it. Also, it didn’t fascinate me then. Our story was about animals saving the forest, and hence, Bhediya should be like any other creature.”

He continued, “Now that the universe is expanding, Bhediya can’t remain just another beast. There was a need to give him more powers. Once he gets powers, what happens? We mulled over it and finally decided to make him bigger and more khunkhar. Even he’s shocked to see himself in the mirror in that avatar, as evident by the scene in the apparel shop. But it works well as it sets the rivalry between Bhediya and Betaal.”

Amar further explained, “Hence, this is how we established a chain of events: Jana (Abhishek Banerjee) meeting Elvis Karim Prabhakar (Sathyaraj), Alok (Ayushmann Khurrana) arriving at the same time, and Elvis informing Jana that Alok is a Betaal.”

**How did Varun react to the bigger Bhediya avatar?**

Amar Kaushik said, “He’s very happy and putting pressure on me to make *Bhediya 2* soon!” And rightly so! After seeing Bhediya in cameo roles in *Munjya*, *Stree 2*, and *Thamma*, there’s now a high demand to see him in a full-fledged role.

When asked about updates on *Bhediya 2*, Amar explained, “We can’t make it unless we are excited with the script, and only then can we take things forward. However, I assure you that it won’t take much time now.”

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