Ashwin Kumar’s animated mythological drama Mahavatar Narsimha has scripted history by becoming the first Indian animated film to cross the ₹300-crore mark globally. Trade figures confirmed the milestone on Monday, making it the fifth Indian film in 2025 to achieve this feat, after big live-action releases Chhaava, Saiyaara, Coolie, and War 2.
From Slow Start to Box Office Glory
The film had a modest opening, earning just ₹1.75 crore nett on its first day. However, strong word-of-mouth gradually turned the tide in its favour.
- Week 1: ₹44.75 crore nett
- Week 2: ₹73.4 crore nett
- Week 3: ₹70.2 crore nett
- Week 4: ₹30.4 crore nett (despite facing competition from War 2 and Coolie)
- Week 5 weekend (Fri–Sun): ₹13 crore nett
With these figures, the film’s total domestic earnings have reached an impressive ₹231.75 crore nett, driving its worldwide total past the ₹300-crore milestone.
Strong Competition, Steady Run
Even with the release of two big-ticket action films, War 2 and Coolie, on August 14, Mahavatar Narsimha managed to retain its audience. Reduced show counts impacted collections in its fourth week, but the film rebounded in its fifth weekend, demonstrating its staying power.
Franchise Plans
Produced by Hombale Films and Kleem Productions, Mahavatar Narsimha is envisioned as the first part of a long-running franchise based on the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. Sequels have already been planned, with releases scheduled through 2037.
This landmark success not only cements the film’s place in Indian cinema history but also sets a new benchmark for animated storytelling in the country.
