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Mahavatar Narsimha Crosses Rs 200 Crore Barrier, Sets Franchise in Motion

A multi-language rollout fueled by family audiences has propelled the mythological animation to record returns, paving the way for sequels due within two years.

Mahavatar Narsimha box office update | Image: X
'Mahavatar Narsimha' released in theatres on July 25.
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Overview

  • The film grossed about Rs 208.15 crore domestically and Rs 221.25 crore worldwide, making it the first Indian animated feature to clear Rs 200 crore at home.
  • Released on July 25 in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam, its Hindi version alone accounted for over Rs 120 crore net in 19 days.
  • Trade trackers and outlets report the production budget as either Rs 15 crore or Rs 40 crore, driving estimates of more than 1,000% return on investment.
  • Hombale Films and Kleem Productions have officially greenlit Chapter Two of the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, targeting a release within the next two years.
  • Upcoming releases of War 2 and Coolie on August 14 threaten to reduce screens and could impact the animation’s fourth-week box-office momentum.