Mahavatar Narasimha: India’s Highest-Grossing Animated Movie – Complete Box Office Breakdown

Hello everyone, if you are interested in Indian cinema or are a fan of a good underdog story, you must have heard about Mahavatar Narasimha. This animated mythological epic has been breaking records continuously and has officially become India’s highest-grossing animated film of all time. Directed by Ashvin Kumar and backed by giants like Hombale Films and Clem Productions, it is not just a film—it is a cultural phenomenon that has drawn families to the theatres. Today, I will take a deep look at its box office journey, from its humble beginnings to crossing the magical Rs 100 crore mark. Let’s understand it step-by-step.

A Quick Intro to the Movie That Roared

For those who haven’t watched it yet, Mahavatar Narasimha is an animated retelling of a classic tale from Hindu mythology. It focuses on young Prahlada’s devotion to Lord Vishnu, which results in the dramatic appearance of the fierce Narasimha avatar—a half-man, half-lion form—to slay the demon king Hiranyakashipu. The film, scheduled to release on July 25, 2025 in both 2D and 3D formats, is available in multiple languages: Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. The film is the first installment of the planned seven-part Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, exploring the ten avatars of Vishnu.

What makes it special? Spectacular visuals, emotional storyline and a spiritual ambience that appeals to audiences of every generation. This is no ordinary children’s animation; it has action, devotion and a message that touches the heart, especially on festivals like Holi. Made on a budget of around Rs 15 crore, this film proves that you don’t need big stars or publicity to win big.

The Box Office Rampage: From Slow Start to Record-Breaking Glory

Okay, let’s talk about the numbers because that’s what everyone is curious about. Mahavatar Narasimha didn’t initially blow up—it grossed just Rs 1.75 crore across languages on its first day. But word of mouth spread like wildfire and by the end of the first week, it grossed Rs 44.75 crore in India. And that’s when things got really exciting.

By the 10th day, the film had crossed the Rs 91.25 crore mark domestically, and its worldwide gross was Rs 112 crore. By the 11th day, it hit the historic Rs 100 crore mark in India, making it the first Indian animated film to achieve this feat. The total nett collections in India till day 13 (i.e. 6th August, 2025) is around Rs. 112.8 crores and the worldwide gross is around Rs. 140-150 crores and expected to reach Rs. 200 crores mark soon.

The Hindi version has been the real star here, earning Rs 83.55 crore nett by the 13th day and is expected to cross the Rs 100 crore mark in Hindi alone by the third weekend. This is a massive 1200% growth compared to the first day (Rs 1.35 crore) in Hindi. Telugu is not far behind, contributing around Rs 30 crore gross, while other languages like Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam have also made smaller but solid contributions.

Here are the day-wise details of the Hindi version (net collections as per trade figures):

• Day 1: Rs 1.75 crore

• Day 2-7 (Week 1): Built up to Rs 32.45 crore total

• Day 8-10 (Second Weekend): A whopping Rs 34.82 crore, with day 10 alone at Rs 17.8 crore

• Day 11: Rs 8 crore

• Day 12: Rs 3.5 crore

• Day 13: Rs 3 crore

• Total (Hindi, Day 13): Rs 83.55 crore

Updated Day-wise Breakdown

Week 1: ₹44.75 crores
Week 2: ₹73.4 crores
Day 15: ₹7.5 crores (40% growth)
Day 16: ₹6-9 crores (estimated)

1. Raksha Bandhan Effect

Day 16 saw good collection due to Raksha Bandhan as families visited theaters

2. Occupancy Rates (Day 15)

• Telugu 3D: 31.46% overall

• Hindi 2D: 12.01% overall

• Night shows performing best: 47.57% (Telugu)

Total Collection (Confirmed till Day 15)

• 15 Days India Net: ₹125.65 crores

• 15 Days Worldwide: ₹156 crores

• Hindi Version: ₹92.65 crores (only ₹7-8 crores away from ₹100 crores)

• Overseas: ₹6 crores

Overall, the film’s occupancy has been impressive, especially in 3D—Telugu 3D recorded 88.94% on days, and Hindi 3D wasn’t far behind with 68.30%. It has also outperformed big releases like Son of Sardaar 2, Dhadak 2 and Saiyaaraa on weekdays.

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Why Is It Such a Massive Hit?

It’s not just luck; Mahavatar Narasimha touches something deeper. First, it’s rooted in Indian culture and mythology, appealing to families and devotees alike. Social media is flooded with memes, fan art and rave reviews, making it a viral sensation without any heavy marketing. Trade experts like Taran Adarsh have called it a “pivotal moment” for Indian animation that has often been overlooked.

Moreover, it has broken records at the Indian box office, beating international blockbusters like Kung Fu Panda, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and The Incredibles. Prior to this, the highest-grossing Indian animated film was 2005’s Hanuman, which grossed a small fraction of these figures. The success of this film is attracting major investments in Indian animation, which could potentially be worth thousands of crores of rupees.

Hombale Films, the team behind hits like Kantara and KGF, has once again nailed the formula by combining spiritual storytelling with high-quality animation. And look—they have also begun work on the next film, Mahavatar Parashurama!

Indian Animation History

• First Indian animated film to enter the ₹100 crore club

• 10th biggest Hindi film of 2025

• Beat Spider-Man and Kung Fu Panda at Indian box office

What Does This Mean for Indian Cinema?

Mahavatar Narasimha is more than just a box office success; it is a game-changer. It shows that animated films can appeal to adults as well, not just children, and that culturally influential stories can compete with live-action blockbusters. Rumoured to be released on OTT (though the makers have clarified that it won’t be releasing anytime soon), expect even more buzz when it streams.

If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to get a ticket—it’s still rocking theaters. This film’s journey from “superstitious” to record-breaking is inspiring, proving that the best story always wins. What do you think—have you seen it? Leave your thoughts below!