Ashwin Kumar’s animated film, "Mahavatar Narsimha," continues its impressive performance at the Indian box office, maintaining a strong hold during its first week. On its seventh day, the movie earned ₹7.50 crore across all languages, bringing its total earnings close to ₹50 crore. As of Thursday, August 1, 2025, the film has grossed ₹44.75 crore in India.

The film opened with ₹1.75 crore on its first day and has seen substantial growth throughout the week, driven by positive word-of-mouth. According to Sacnilk, "Mahavatar Narsimha" witnessed a 34.71% occupancy rate among the Telugu audience in 3D on Thursday.

Industry analyst Taran Adarsh noted the Hindi version's exceptional performance and expects the film to offer stiff competition to new releases in its second week. He also highlighted that "Mahavatar Narsimha" has already surpassed the first-week business of Hombale Films' previous hits, "Kantara" (₹15 crore) and "KGF" (₹21.45 crore).

"Mahavatar Narsimha" has become one of the most successful Indian animated films in recent memory. The Hindi version is driving a significant portion of the collections, indicating a growing interest in mythological content in animated form among North Indian audiences.

The film's success is attributed to its engaging narrative, cultural roots, and the rising demand for animated mythological content. "Mahavatar Narsimha" tells the story of Lord Vishnu's Narsimha avatar, triggered by the devotion of five-year-old Prahlad to Lord Vishnu, and the tyranny of Hiranyakashipu. The film balances spectacle with sincerity, appealing to audiences across age groups and languages.

While the animation may not match Pixar in terms of polish, it compensates with ambition, heart, and cultural relevance. Some reviewers noted minor technical flaws such as occasional lip-sync issues and jerky movements, but the overall visual quality and attention to detail are commendable. The film's climax, in particular, has been praised for its powerful portrayal of Lord Vishnu and Bhakta Prahlad.

Directed by Ashwin Kumar, "Mahavatar Narsimha" is the first film in the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe by Hombale Films, with plans for seven titles to be released through 2037. The film is produced by Kleem Productions and has been released in multiple languages.

Reviewers have lauded the film for its direction, screenplay, and music, noting that it effectively blends humor, adventure, divinity, and inspiration. The film's success demonstrates that Indian animation is capable of creating mythological spectacles that rival those from leading animation companies worldwide.

"Mahavatar Narsimha" has garnered positive reviews for its emotionally rich storytelling, stunning visuals, and its ability to connect with audiences familiar with ancient legends and folklores. The film is a significant step forward for Indian animation, showcasing the potential for creating high-quality, culturally relevant content.