Mahavatar Narsimha Smashes Animation Records, Grosses ₹150 Crore Worldwide. Ashwin Kumar’s Mahavatar Narsimha, which hit theatres on July 25, has set a new benchmark as India’s highest-grossing animated film. Its record-breaking success marks a milestone for Indian animation cinema. Since its theatrical release on July 25, Mahavatar Narsimha has been enjoying a blockbuster run at the box office.
The film’s unique blend of mythology and animation has captivated audiences nationwide. In just 15 days, the film has grossed ₹150 crore worldwide, according to its makers. Inspired by the mythology of Lord Narsimha, the film has shattered box office records previously held by Hanuman and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. This achievement cements its place as the highest-grossing animated film in India’s history.
Mahavatar Narsimha’s Record-Breaking Box Office Collections
Mahavatar Narsimha Earns Widespread Acclaim from Audiences and Critics. Two weeks after release, it still pulled in ₹4.7 crore in Hindi on a single Friday, taking its total to ₹84.44 crore. The release coincided with a partial holiday weekend, helping maintain strong box office momentum. The film’s consistent collections highlight its continued popularity across regions.
Hombale Films announced on social media that Mahavatar Narsimha has crossed ₹150 crore worldwide gross as of August 8th, describing the film as “unleashing a divine blaze.” They celebrated the movie’s ongoing success, urging audiences to catch the “divine phenomenon” still running strong in theatres.
Produced by Kleem Productions and presented by Hombale Films, the team now aims for the film to reach ₹150 crore within India alone. Their bigger target is ₹200 crore in global box office collections. The film’s remarkable run continues to break records and captivate viewers.
About Mahavatar Narsimha: India’s Mythological Animation Marvel
Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar, is produced by Shilpaa Dhawan, Kushal Desai, and Chaitanya Desai under Kleem Productions, and presented by Hombale Films. Released in both 3D and 2D formats, the film caters to audiences in Hindi and various South Indian languages.
Its engaging narrative, rooted in mythology, and impressive animation have struck a chord with viewers nationwide. The film has surpassed major animated blockbusters like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023), Incredibles 2 (2018), and Hanuman (2005). This milestone stands as a defining achievement for Indian animation cinema.
This achievement made it the highest-grossing animated film ever in India. The film’s success marks a new milestone for Indian animation cinema. The two production houses behind Mahavatar Narsimha have an ambitious lineup of animated films based on Indian mythology.
Upcoming titles include Lord Vishnu: Mahavatar Narsimha (2025), Mahavatar Parshuram (2027), Mahavatar Raghunandan (2029), and Mahavatar Dhawkadhesh (2031). The slate continues with Mahavatar Gokulananda (2033), and a two-part Mahavatar Kalki series scheduled for 2035 and 2037, promising a rich cinematic journey through divine tales.