"Mahavatar Narsimha," the mythological action drama directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Hombale Films, is making waves at the box office. The film, which brings the tale of Lord Vishnu's avatar to life through animation, has seen a significant jump in collections after its release on Friday, July 25, 2025.
On its opening day, "Mahavatar Narsimha" earned ₹2.29 crore. Day 2 witnessed a 100% increase, bringing the total collection to ₹4.70 crore. The Hindi version of the film grossed between ₹3.75-4 crore. Sacnilk reports the Hindi version alone saw an estimated gross of ₹3.75-4 crore (~₹3.25 crore net), with the Telugu version also experiencing a jump of over 200%, raking in approximately ₹1.25 crore on Day 2. Other language versions added approximately 25 lakh gross, bringing the total Day 2 gross to ₹5.25–5.50 crore (~₹4.50–4.75 crore net).
The movie is on track for a blockbuster opening weekend at the domestic box office. With a two-day India gross of around ₹7.5 crore, the film is set for another big jump on Sunday. Advance booking and positive word-of-mouth suggest that the film is heading for around ₹15 crore gross opening weekend, which is phenomenal for a genre that has traditionally been niche in the country.
"Mahavatar Narsimha" is the first film in the planned Mahavatar Cinematic Universe (MCU) by Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films. The film's narrative revolves around Prahlada, a steadfast devotee of Lord Vishnu, and his unwavering faith despite facing torment from his father, Hiranyakashipu, a tyrannical king who misuses his near-immortality granted by Lord Brahma. Ultimately, Vishnu appears as Narasimha to defeat Hiranyakashipu and restore cosmic balance.
The film has been praised for its stunning visuals, emotional storytelling, and cultural depth. Many viewers have lauded the film's animation, calling it a pioneering work in Indian animated cinema. Social media has been abuzz with excitement since the film's release, with viewers captivated by its grand scale.
Despite the praise, some viewers have pointed out inconsistencies in the animation quality and a dragging first half. Some have noted that the animation quality feels inconsistent—impressive in some key moments but noticeably weak in others, especially in crowd shots or dialogue-heavy sequences. However, the climax has been widely praised for its emotional impact and strong visual presentation.
Directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Shilpaa Dhawan, Kushal Desai, and Chaitanya Desai under Kleem Productions, "Mahavatar Narsimha" has a production budget of ₹4 crore. The music is composed by Sam C S, with lyrics by The Shloka, Saurabh Mittal, and Twinkle.
The film's success is notable considering the challenges faced by animated and mythological films in India, where live-action productions are generally preferred. "Mahavatar Narsimha's" strong opening, despite limited screen allocation due to competition from other titles, indicates a growing interest in animated films with religious undertones.
