'Mahavatar Narsimha' Box Office Collection Day 9: Ashwin Kumar’s Animated Epic Collects Rs 15 Crore on Second Saturday, Nears Rs 70 Crore Milestone
Ashwin Kumar’s animated mythological film Mahavatar Narsimha continues to captivate audiences and dominate the Indian box office. On its ninth day, the second Saturday since its release on July 25, 2025, the film collected an impressive Rs 15 crore (India net), pushing its total domestic collection to approximately Rs 67.95 crore, according to early estimates by trade analyst Sacnilk. With this strong performance, the film is on the verge of crossing the coveted Rs 70 crore mark, solidifying its position as one of the most successful Indian animated films ever.
A Phenomenal Run for an Animated Masterpiece
Mahavatar Narsimha, produced by Hombale Films and Kleem Productions, has defied expectations for an animated feature rooted in Indian mythology. The film, which retells the powerful tale of Lord Vishnu’s fierce Narsimha avatar and the devotion of Prahlad Maharaj, has resonated with audiences across age groups and regions. Its blend of stunning visuals, emotional storytelling, and spiritual themes has earned it widespread praise, contributing to its remarkable box office trajectory.
The film’s second Saturday saw a significant surge in collections, with Rs 15 crore added to its tally. This marks a notable increase from its second Friday earnings of Rs 7.7 crore, reflecting strong word-of-mouth and sustained audience interest. The Telugu version led with an overall occupancy of 58.30% on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with night shows peaking at 75.79%. The Hindi version also performed exceptionally, recording a 66.66% occupancy, with night shows reaching 84.20%. Tamil audiences showed robust support as well, with a 66.66% occupancy rate, particularly strong in evening and night shows at 77.85% and 84.20%, respectively.
Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
The film’s journey to Rs 67.95 crore has been marked by consistent growth:
- Day 1 (Friday, July 25, 2025): Rs 2.29 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): Rs 4.7 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): Rs 9.5 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): Rs 6.1 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): Rs 7.7 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): Rs 7.5 crore
- Day 7 (Thursday): Rs 7.7 crore
- Day 8 (Friday): Rs 7.7 crore
- Day 9 (Saturday): Rs 15 crore
The film’s first week alone amassed Rs 44.75 crore, with the Hindi version contributing significantly, particularly in metro cities and North Indian territories. The Telugu version has been a standout performer in regions like Hyderabad and Bengaluru, while the Tamil version has also gained traction. The Kannada and Malayalam versions, while contributing smaller shares, have shown steady growth.
Surpassing Expectations and Records
Mahavatar Narsimha has already made history by surpassing the 2005 animated classic Hanuman to become the highest-grossing Indian animated film. Its success is particularly noteworthy given its modest budget of Rs 4 crore, making it one of the most profitable Indian films of 2025. The film’s ability to compete with live-action releases like Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit and Kingdom underscores its universal appeal.
Industry analyst Taran Adarsh praised the film’s exceptional trending, noting that its Hindi version outperformed expectations with a historic surge over the weekend. He highlighted that the film’s Monday earnings were higher than its opening Friday and Saturday, a rare feat that speaks to its growing popularity.
Why Mahavatar Narsimha Resonates
Directed by Ashwin Kumar and written by Jayapurna Das and Rudra Pratap Ghosh, Mahavatar Narsimha has been lauded for its animation quality, adherence to mythological accuracy, and emotional depth. Social media reviews have praised its stunning VFX and its faithful depiction of Sanatan Dharma, with one user stating, “Mahavatar Narsimha - 3D animated movie was factually correct according to our Bhagavatha Purana. I really liked the animation of God Vishnu & God Narsimha.” Another review called it “a memorable watch that inspires reflection on the power of devotion.”
The film’s high ratings—9.8/10 on BookMyShow, 5/5 on Google, and 9.8/10 on IMDb—reflect its overwhelming audience approval. Its appeal to family audiences and young viewers, combined with its cultural resonance, has made it a standout in Indian cinema.
Global Ambitions and Future Prospects
Mahavatar Narsimha is not just a domestic success story. Director Ashwin Kumar has announced plans to release the film in Korean, English, Japanese, Spanish, and Russian, with English subtitles currently available for global audiences. The film marks the beginning of the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, with sequels like Mahavatar Parshuram, Mahavatar Raghunandan, and Mahavatar Kalki already in development, promising to expand this mythological saga further.
With its second weekend showing no signs of slowing down, Mahavatar Narsimha is poised to cross the Rs 70 crore mark soon and may even aim for the Rs 100 crore club, a rare achievement for an Indian animated film. Its success signals a bright future for Indian animation, proving that culturally rooted stories, when paired with cutting-edge visuals, can achieve both critical and commercial success.
Stay tuned for more updates as Mahavatar Narsimha continues its historic box office run!
