Narsimha
In a stunning yet triumphant twist, Mahavatar Narsimha, the mythological animated epic from director Ashwin Kumar, has soared beyond expectations, roaring its way to a jaw-dropping ₹150 crore in worldwide box-office collections by Day 13. This milestone cements the film’s position as the highest-grossing Indian animated feature of all time — a true milestone for the industry.
A Divine Ascent: From Modest Beginnings to Majestic Heights
The film, based on the spiritual saga of Lord Vishnu’s Narasimha avatar, debuted in theatres on 25 July 2025, across five languages including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. Made on a modest budget of ₹15–20 crore, it steadily built momentum thanks to powerful word of mouth and breathtaking VFX.
In just four days, Mahavatar Narsimha shattered records by emerging as the highest-grossing Indian animated film, collecting around ₹21 crore nett in India — a striking return on investment and a harbinger of what was to come.
The Numbers Speak Volumes
By Day 10, the film had crossed the ₹100 crore threshold domestically, turning into one of the biggest surprise hits of the year.
Day-by-day, its momentum only surged. By Day 13, Mahavatar Narsimha was inching toward the ₹150 crore mark globally—₹127 crore from India and ₹5 crore+ from overseas, including expanded screenings in North America, Australia, and New Zealand.
On Day 14, it closed in on ₹120 crore, buoyed by its second weekend performing better than its first — a rare feat in today’s box-office climate.
The next day — Day 15 — the animated epic continued to defy expectations, topping the Friday box-office charts with a massive ₹8 crore haul.
By Day 16, buoyed especially by Raksha Bandhan festivities, it had surpassed ₹130 crore, further solidifying its status as a phenomenon.
A Cultural and Commercial Phenomenon
This is more than just a box-office success; it’s a renaissance moment for Indian animation. The film outpaced major international animated hits like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (₹56 crore) and Incredibles 2 (₹54.5 crore) in India — a feat once considered improbable.
Critics praised its emotional resonance and visual magnificence. India Today and The Times of India hailed it as a “grand visual odyssey” and a “compelling watch,” signaling a new dawn for animated storytelling rooted in cultural myth.
Industry analysts too have applauded the film’s sweeping success. Trade expert Sumit Kadel labeled crossing ₹100 crore as a “historic moment” for Indian animation, and urged filmmakers to explore domestic mythological storytelling further.
A Glorious Beginning for a Mythological Franchise
But Mahavatar Narsimha is just the beginning. This film marks the launch of the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, a bold seven-film animated series exploring Vishnu’s avatars—from Narasimha to the prophesied Kalki, with plans extending until 2037.
Imagine the possibilities: a grand, immersive mythology franchise, anchored in Indian spiritual heritage, and elevated by world-class animation and storytelling. Mahavatar Narsimha isn’t just winning box-office battles—it’s laying the foundation for a new era in Indian cinema.
Final Roar
Within weeks, Mahavatar Narsimha transformed from a modest-budget animated venture into a blockbuster phenomenon, smashing long-held industry records and forging a path for future mythological epics. Its ₹150 crore global haul, cultural resonance, and potential as a franchise starter make it a cinematic landmark.
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