Mahavatar Narsimha OTT Release: Hits Netflix After Box Office Success
Inspired by Vishnu Purana, Mahavatar Narsimha became a ₹324.5 crore hit. Now streaming on Netflix, the film brings Lord Narsimha’s story to a wider audience across India and beyond
New Delhi, Friday, September 19, 2025: The superhit animated movie “Mahavatar Narsimha” is now coming to your homes. The film, which was a huge success in theatres, is now available to stream on Netflix.
The streaming platform confirmed this news on its social media handles. Fans who missed the film in theatres are very happy. The movie is a big milestone for Indian animation.
Mahavatar Narsimha OTT Release and Platform
The film, directed by Ashwin Kumar, started streaming on Netflix today, September 19, 2025. The makers of the film, Kleem Productions and Hombale Films, had kept the OTT details a secret for a long time. There were many rumours about the streaming platform.
Some people said it would go to JioHotstar. But Netflix won the rights. The movie is available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. This means a wider audience can watch this special film.
The film’s theatrical run started on July 25, 2025. It ran for almost two months. This long gap between the theatre release and the OTT release is a good sign. It shows that the film did very well in cinema halls. It had a long life on the big screen.
The makers wanted to make sure that the movie’s theatrical success was not hurt by a quick digital release.
Mahavatar Narsimha Box Office Collection and Budget
“Mahavatar Narsimha” is a very big hit. It was made on a small budget. The budget for the film was ₹15 crore. This is a very small amount for a big animated film. But the movie’s collection is huge. It has made more than ₹324.5 crore worldwide. This is a record for an Indian animated film. It has also made it one of the most profitable Indian films of 2025.
In India alone, the film has collected close to ₹296.5 crore gross. The Hindi version of the film was the biggest earner. It made around ₹187.53 crore. This shows that the story of Lord Narsimha connected with audiences across the country.
The Telugu version earned about ₹49.14 crore, while the Kannada version made ₹9.87 crore. The Tamil and Malayalam versions also contributed to the total. The film’s success has surprised many people in the film industry. It proves that good content, even if it is an animated film, can do wonders.
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Mahavatar Narsimha Story and Its Impact
“Mahavatar Narsimha” is not just a film. It is a new attempt to tell an old story. The film is based on Hindu scriptures like the Vishnu Purana and the Shrimad Bhagavata Purana. The story is about the devotion of a boy named Prahlad to Lord Vishnu.
Prahlad’s father, the demon king Hiranyakashipu, hates Lord Vishnu. He tries to kill his son many times. But Prahlad’s faith is unshakable. In the end, Lord Vishnu comes to save Prahlad. He takes the form of Narsimha, who is half-man and half-lion. The film shows how Narsimha defeats Hiranyakashipu without breaking any of the special conditions of his near-immortality.
The film is the first part of the “Mahavatar Cinematic Universe.” This is a very big plan. The makers want to make seven films based on the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. This is a very ambitious project.
The success of “Mahavatar Narsimha” has given them confidence. The next films in the series are “Mahavatar Parshuram” and “Mahavatar Raghunandan.” They are planned for 2027 and 2029.
A New Direction for Indian Cinema
The success of “Mahavatar Narsimha” is a big deal. It has been shown that Indian audiences are ready for different kinds of films. For a long time, animated films were not very popular in India.
People thought they were only for children. But “Mahavatar Narsimha” changed this idea. It has a story that connects with all ages. The film has stunning visuals and a powerful message. It has been shown that our own stories from mythology can be told on a grand scale.
The film’s low budget and high profit have also taught the industry a big lesson. You don’t need a huge budget to make a blockbuster. You need a good story and a clear vision.
The film’s OTT release will bring it to an even wider audience. People who do not go to theatres can now watch it. This will help the film’s message reach more people. It will also create more excitement for the upcoming films in the “Mahavatar Cinematic Universe.” The future of Indian animation looks very bright.
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