Mahavatar Narsimha: Budget and Box Office Details
July 27, 2025 – The animated mythological epic Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Kleem Productions in collaboration with Hombale Films, has taken Indian cinema by storm with its stunning 3D visuals and gripping storytelling. Released on July 25, 2025, in Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, the film brings to life the tale of Lord Vishnu’s fierce half-man, half-lion avatar, Narsimha, and the unwavering devotion of Prahlad against his tyrannical father, Hiranyakashipu. Here’s a detailed look at the film’s budget and early box office performance.
Budget Details
The budget for Mahavatar Narsimha has been reported with some variation across sources:
- According to Mtwikiblog.com, the film was made on an overall budget of approximately ₹30 crore, with ₹25 crore allocated to production and ₹5 crore for prints and advertising.
- However, posts on X and other sources, such as mediahindustan.com and user comments, suggest a significantly lower budget of around ₹4 crore.
- Another X post claims a budget of ₹35 crore, indicating some uncertainty in the reported figures.
Given the discrepancies, the most consistent figure from reputable sources points to a budget of approximately ₹30 crore, though the lower ₹4 crore estimate has been widely circulated on social media, possibly reflecting production costs alone or speculative claims. The film’s high-quality 3D animation and visual effects suggest a budget closer to the higher end, as lower-budget animations typically struggle to achieve such polish.
Box Office Performance
Mahavatar Narsimha has shown a promising start at the box office, particularly for an animated film in the Indian market, where mythology-driven narratives are gaining traction. Here’s a breakdown of its early performance based on available data:
- Day 1 Collection: The film opened with ₹2.29 crore nett in India, with the Hindi version leading at ₹1.51 crore (over 65% of the total). The Telugu version earned ₹0.38 crore, Kannada ₹0.07 crore, Malayalam ₹0.03 crore, and Tamil ₹0.02 crore.
- Day 2 Surge: Posts on X report a significant jump, with the Hindi version collecting ₹7.77 crore on Day 2, bringing the two-day total to ₹9.07 crore for Hindi alone. Including other languages, the grand total for India reached ₹12.66 crore nett by Day 2.
- Three-Day Estimate: By the end of Day 3, the film’s India nett collection crossed ₹5.8 crore, with an estimated worldwide gross of ₹8–10 crore.
- Audience Reception: The film has garnered exceptional ratings, including 9.8/10 on IMDb and BookMyShow, and 5/5 on Google, reflecting strong audience approval. Social media buzz highlights the climax and animation quality, with hashtags like #SuperDirection and #Blockbuster trending.
Hit or Flop Verdict
To be considered a hit, Mahavatar Narsimha needs to gross approximately ₹40 crore, according to Mtwikiblog.com. With current collections at ₹12.66 crore nett in India by Day 2 and a worldwide gross of ₹8–10 crore by Day 3, the film is off to a respectable start but requires sustained word-of-mouth to break even, especially if the budget is closer to ₹30–35 crore. If the ₹4 crore budget estimate is accurate, the film has already recovered its costs and is on track to be a blockbuster. However, given the lack of official confirmation and the film’s production quality, the higher budget estimate seems more plausible.
Why It’s Making Waves
The film’s success is attributed to its breathtaking animation, emotional depth, and faithful adaptation of the Vishnu Puran narrative. Fans on X have praised its “world-class” visuals and “spiritual sincerity,” with comments like “This is true Sanatan Dharm” and “a divine experience.” The involvement of Hombale Films, known for blockbusters like KGF and Kantara, has added credibility, while director Ashwin Kumar’s vision to globalize the narrative with planned releases in Korean, Japanese, and other languages signals ambitious plans for the Mahavatar series.
For the latest showtimes and tickets, visit BookMyShow. Stay tuned for updates as Mahavatar Narsimha continues its theatrical run, and check X for real-time audience reactions using #MahavatarNarsimha.
Disclaimer: Box office figures and budget estimates are compiled from various sources and may vary. These numbers are approximate, and official figures from producers may differ.