When you combine the eternal power of Bhagwan Narsimha with the creativity of current animation, you do not simply get a film—you get a yug-parivartan (immortal change) experience. Mahavatar Narsimha Movie, the masterpiece of the visionary creators at Hombale Films, is not a film; it is an offering, a blessing, a dedication to our eternal dharma.
This work of art has created offerings in temples, caused viewers to desire to chant “Narsimha Bhagwan ki Jai” in theatres, all while showing that records can bow down to faith and outcome.
Mahavatar Narsimha Movie Box Office Leela Historical
Mahavatar Narsimha roared beyond ₹143.77 crores net in only 16 days, easily beating the last milestone of ₹100 crores net for an Indian animated film in India!. It grossed ₹156 crores worldwide, utterly destroying the myth that animation is “just for kids.”
Source: Sacnilk
Even more astounding is the return on investment—a mere ₹4 crore budget that netted an immodest 3475% return. This is not just a victory–it is film prasad from Lord Narsimha!
This film did what many believed was impossible for Indian animation, it set real records. It crossed the ₹100 crores domestic and showed great momentum with massive weekend bumps and bumps from the holidays that proved word-of-mouth is real.
Globally, its take at the box office pushed the film into blockbuster territory (with reports reporting in ~₹150 crores) — a huge win for a culturally grounded animated film.
Beating the Titans of Hollywood Animation
For decades, India has been inspired by animated masterpieces from Hollywood. But now the tide has turned.
- Surpassed Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse by a monumental 142%.
- Outperformed Frozen 2, Incredibles 2 and Kung Fu Panda 4 at the Indian box office.
- Won and is the highest-grossing animated film in Indian history.
This is not just a win for Hombale Films, it’s a win for Bharatiya Sanskriti internationally.
Taking on Bollywood Blockbusters – And Winning
Despite the competition from glamorous Bollywood films such as Saiyaara and Son of Sardaar 2, the Mahavatar Narsimha Movie remained prominent.
- Ranked as the 10th largest Hindi grosser of 2025.
- Hindi version alone grossed ₹107 crores—divine success for any animated film.
- At times outperformed multiple expensive Bollywood films combined.
The message is not subtle: when the story is divine, the audience listens.
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Why Audiences Fell in Love with Mahavatar Narsimha Movie
1. Top-notch Animation
From the hair of Lord Narsimha flowing to the luminescent aura that surrounds him in every single frame delivered as if it was a digital darshan (personally, I felt I was witnessing a digital darshan – I challenge you to do a better job, the detailing is better than anywhere else in the world).
2. Story is True to Form
Completely identifiable to any Puranic granths you may have access to, this story captured the emotional integrity of Prahlad’s devotion and Lord Narsimha’s righteous anger towards Hiranyakashipu, in a way that would identify with the contemporary audience while being respectful of the past.
3. Raw Emotional Impact
The scene with pillar chants, sound design, and music are immensely compelling and uplifting;, many friends commented that they had goosebumps and were moved to tears. You should pay attention when they say it takes them to a transcendent spiritual space.
Cultural Impact – Pride & Momentum for Indian Animation
More than just a success, this film has become a movement. It demonstrated that culturally-rooted stories can become mainstream blockbusters by bringing families and young people together.
There is speculation in the industry about new investor interest and a possible Mahavatar cinematic universe where we might see more avatar epics (big-scale mythological animation). This is exciting for studios and creators committed to indigenous storytelling.
Why This Matters
As a fan of Bollywood but an admirer of spiritual films, Mahavatar Narsimha Movie fully satisfies both objectives: it is fun, it is emotionally rich, and it is spiritually fulfilling.
This is the kind of film that can bring families together, spark interest in the youth about the Puranas, and inspire makers to tell sacred stories with fidelity. This is an awesome film for your spirit and your senses, whether you are an adherent or just a person who enjoys heart-given films.
Jai Narsimha Dev! 💝