Ashwin Kumar’s Mahavatar Narsimha is proving to be a breakout success at the box office. The mythological action-drama, which released with moderate buzz, has shown a sharp upward trajectory, collecting an impressive ₹22 crore in just four days. The film has now officially overtaken Hanuman (2005) to become the highest-grossing Indian animated film of all time.
Opening modestly with ₹1.35 crore on Friday, the film gained strong momentum over the weekend. Saturday saw a 150% jump with ₹4.6 crore, followed by a stellar ₹9.5 crore on Sunday a 600% increase from its debut day. The film passed the crucial Monday test with ₹6.15 crore, reflecting strong word-of-mouth and sustained interest.
A Visually Rich Retelling of a Timeless Tale
Directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Kleem Productions and Hombale Films (the banner behind Kantara and KGF), Mahavatar Narsimha reimagines the epic tale of young Prahlad and the divine intervention of Lord Vishnu in his fierce Narsimha avatar. The story explores the timeless clash between devotion and tyranny, with compelling animation and a gripping narrative.
The screenplay, penned by Jayapurna Das and Rudra Pratap Ghosh, has received praise for balancing faith, emotion, and action. The film is presented in five Indian languages, making it accessible to a broader audience. Producers Shilpaa Dhawan, Kushal Desai, and Chaitanya Desai have been applauded for backing such an ambitious project.
A Franchise Begins
Mahavatar Narsimha marks the beginning of a massive animated franchise centered on the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. Upcoming titles include Mahavatar Parshuram (2027), Mahavatar Raghunandan (2029), and culminate in Mahavatar Kalki in two parts (2035 & 2037), setting the stage for a new era in Indian animation.
