Mahavatar Narsimha, a devotional retelling of the story of Lord Narasimha, Vishnu’s wrathful avatar, is an important critical and box office success within India’s burgeoning animation industry. Released theatrically on July 25, 2025, the film has since grossed the highest amount of any Indian animated film and has been praised by viewers and critics alike for its artistic quality, biblicality, and story.
Mahavatar Narsimha Plot Summary
The grand animated film Mahavatar Narsimha is inspired by the Narasimha avatar of Lord Vishnu. It is the first book in the Mahavatar series. More than just a good vs evil story, “the film that pays homage to the great resilience of religion and is a timely reminder of the perils of hate, ego, and mindless ambition”, is based on the Vishnu Purana, Narasimha Purana, and Shrimad Bhagavata Purana.
Essentially, the film is about Diti and Kashyap, who disobey divine law in the holy Satya Yuga, resulting in the emergence of evil. Thus, we have the despicable demon king Hiranyakashipu, who reigns in terror until vanquished by his loyal little boy Prahlad, not an army and not a sword. Prahlad’s undeterred love and devotion for Lord Narayan amidst persecution and violence becomes the light house of love and spirituality.
Mahavatar Narsimha Cast And Crew
The vocal performances are heartfelt and genuine. Important cast members consist of:
- Harjeet Walia: Voice of Lord Narsimha
- Aditya Raj Sharma: Voice of Hiranyakashipu
- Haripriya Matta: Voice of Prahlad
- Priyanka Bhandari: Voice of Kayadhu
- Sanket Jaiswal: Voice narrator
Also in the supporting cast are Saanwari Yagnik (Holika), Uplaksh Kochhar (Lord Vishnu), and Vasundhra Bose (Diti/Goddess Lakshmi).
The extravagant score for the film was created by Sam C. S., and the animation was produced by Hombale Sound Studio, Resonance Studio, and Sound Smith Studios.
Mahavatar Narsimha Reviews
Most reviews have been positive. It has received nearly a perfect score of 10/10 on IMDb by over 1,300 users who describe it as a “cinematic masterpiece”, “breathtaking”, and a “true spiritual experience”. Critics have praised its commitment to Puranic tradition, its moving narratives, and its quality of animation. The transformation sequence, the film’s denouement, has been widely lauded, rendering real chill to its viewers.
Major media critics concur:
- The Times of India praises its impact and craftsmanship while calling it “a grand visual odyssey with emotional gaps.”
- 123Telugu: Notes the film’s fusion of intense emotion and exhilarating action, with excellent dubbing and natural performances.
- Rotten Tomatoes: Despite the fact that the official critic score is still being compiled because the movie was just released, the initial audience reviews have an impressive 98% positive rating.
Mahavatar Narsimha Public Reaction
The feedback from audiences in India and abroad has been phenomenal. Social media postings celebrate the film’s technical prowess and “spiritual” impact, calling it “life-changing”. The film is lauded for rendering cultural myths in a way that is entertaining for all age levels, and many reviews comment on families watching together. Reddit and YouTube comments from viewers celebrate the “goosebumps” moments, the images, and the music. This movie should be recommended, for inspirational purposes, to anyone who enjoys film, kids and mythology buffs or not.
Audience response has been enthusiastic, with a 5.0 rating on Google from over 3,700 reviews and a 9.8 score on IMDb. This “film” has really resonated with many viewers and social media is alive with positive comments about its visuals and mythological storytelling.
Mahavatar Narsimha Box-Office Collection
Mahavatar Narsimha has been a massive, unexpected hit at the Indian box office for animation. It was the highest-grossing Indian animated film of all time at that point, with around ₹106.8 crore in India and ₹132.25 crore worldwide in 12 days. The film had an estimated budget of ₹15 crore and, with over 400% return on investment, was one of the most profitable films of the year. The animation was produced and directed by Kleem Productions and Hombale Films, the big player in the industry and the studio behind the KGF franchise.
Conclusion
Mahavatar Narsimha marks a turning point in both the local animation industry and Indian mythological storytelling. It is praised by both critics and viewers for its ability to adapt sacred stories while providing an enthralling visual experience. The film is a cultural and cinematic triumph because of its respect for tradition, which is reinforced by creative artistry and powerful music. Mahavatar Narsimha is a must-see movie, regardless of your reasons for watching it- faith, tradition, or the allure of a compelling tale.
Written By: Mathews
Audited By: Rahi
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