Overview
- The Academy confirmed Mahavatar Narsimha in a 35-film Best Animated Feature field that includes KPop Demon Hunters, Zootopia 2, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc.
- Five nominees will be chosen from the pool, with Oscar nominations set for January 22, 2026 and the ceremony on March 15, 2026 at the Dolby Theatre.
- The film qualified by meeting Academy rules on runtime, animation percentage, and a seven-day U.S. theatrical run, and its Netflix availability does not affect eligibility.
- Mahavatar Narsimha was a domestic hit, reportedly earning Rs 250 crore India net and about Rs 325 crore worldwide, the highest for an Indian animated feature.
- Separately, Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound is in the International Feature eligibility pool of 86 films.