Filmmaker Aditya Sarpotdar, currently enjoying the success of his latest release *Thamma*, has addressed the ongoing criticism surrounding the film’s inclusion of three item songs: “Poison Baby,” “Tum Mere Na Huye,” and “Dilbar Ki Aankhon Ka.”
The director, known for the horror-comedy hit *Munjya* within the same cinematic universe, responded to the debate in an interview with SCREEN, shedding light on his creative choices and explaining how such songs play a functional role in modern storytelling and marketing.
### Aditya Sarpotdar Defends Use of Item Songs
Reacting to the backlash, Sarpotdar stated, “All these things are marketing assets that lead you into a film. What counts is what the film gives you in the end. For me, when these songs appear, they’re there because my story unfolds through them.”
He emphasized that these tracks are not inserted merely for glamour but are woven into the narrative to enhance its rhythm and emotional beats.
The discussion around *Thamma*’s music gained traction after audiences questioned the need for three distinct item songs within a horror-comedy. Addressing the criticism head-on, Sarpotdar pointed out a shift in audience perception.
“This is the same audience that loved ‘Taras’ in *Munjya* and ‘Aaj Ki Raat.’ Nobody had a problem then. But now, suddenly, it’s an issue. Maybe it’s just happening more often, so people are reacting differently,” he remarked.
### *Thamma*: A Unique Entry in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe
*Thamma*, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, marks the first love story set within the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe—an interconnected cinematic world that includes *Stree*, *Bhediya*, and *Munjya*.
Despite receiving mixed critical reviews, the film continues to perform steadily at the box office, drawing audiences with its unique blend of romance, supernatural intrigue, and quirky humour.
### Broader Conversation on the Role of Item Songs in Contemporary Cinema
Aditya Sarpotdar’s response reflects a larger dialogue about how item songs are evolving in modern cinema—from being standalone entertainment numbers to becoming integral narrative devices and powerful promotional tools.
As he puts it, what truly matters is the story that remains long after the music fades. With *Thamma*, Sarpotdar once again demonstrates that commercial appeal and storytelling can coexist, even if it means defending a few catchy beats along the way.
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