Overview
- Aneet Padda was unveiled as Shakti Shalini in Thamma’s post‑credit card that confirmed the title and Christmas 2026 release.
- Ayushmann Khurrana posted an Instagram welcome praising Padda’s Punjab roots and urging her to keep chasing her goals.
- Padda thanked Khurrana in a social reply, calling the message "extra special" coming from someone she admires.
- Co‑creator Amar Kaushik said the team sought a younger actor and chose Padda after seeing her work in Saiyaara.
- Reports say filming is expected to begin in January 2026, with the director yet to be finalized.