Mahavatar Narsimha Becomes Highest-Grossing Indian Animated Film, Collects ₹21.95 Crore in 4 Days
Ashwin Kumar’s Mahavatar Narsimha sets a new record as India’s highest-grossing animated film, earning ₹21.95 crore in just 4 days and surpassing the 2005 hit Hanuman.
‘Mahavatar Narsimha’ Box Office Collection Day 4: Ashwin Kumar's Film Becomes Highest-Grossing Indian Animated Movie, Beats ‘Hanuman’ with ₹21.95 Cr Total
Mahavatar Narsimha, the mythological animated film directed by Ashwin Kumar, is breaking box office records and becoming the highest-grossing Indian animated film ever. The movie has surpassed the 2005 blockbuster Hanuman in just four days since its premiere, establishing a new standard for Indian animation.
A Weekend That Sets New Records for Indian Animation
Sacnilk, an industry tracker, reports that Mahavatar Narsimha had a successful first weekend at the box office.
- Day 1: ₹1.75 crore on Friday
- Saturday, Day 2: ₹4.6 crore
- Sunday, the third day: ₹9.5 crore
- Monday, Day 4: ₹6.1 crore
With these figures, the film is now officially the highest-grossing Indian animated feature to date, with a total domestic net collection of ₹21.95 crore.
Box Office Charge Leads for Hindi Version
A sizeable portion of the movie's revenue came from its Hindi version, which alone brought in ₹15.55 crore. The Telugu version brought in an additional ₹5.57 crore, while the Malayalam and Tamil dubbed versions contributed to the movie's widespread popularity.
Why is the movie about?
Mahavatar Narsimha, which was directed by Ashwin Kumar, narrates the epic story of Prahlad Maharaj, a devoted youthful devotee of Lord Vishnu, and the heavenly appearance of the Narasimha avatar to defeat evil and defend dharma. The film has enthralled viewers with its stirring narrative, profound spiritual meaning, and superb animation.
Audience Praise for Visuals and Storytelling
Critics and viewers alike have praised the film for its compelling narrative, visually rich animation, and its faithful retelling of an iconic tale from Indian mythology. It marks a significant leap forward for Indian animated cinema in terms of scale, emotion, and audience reach.
