Animated mythological cinema is making a strong comeback, and Mahavatar Narsimha is leading the charge at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down even in the middle of the week. This film brings the legend of Lord Narsimha to life in a vibrant animated style, earning accolades for its stunning visuals and engaging storytelling while also raking in impressive numbers at theaters.
On its sixth day, the film added another remarkable Rs 5 to 5.25 crore to its total, bringing its Hindi market earnings close to Rs 25 crore. What’s even more impressive is that it maintained this momentum despite ticket prices returning to their regular rates after a discounted Tuesday, which had already seen a nice boost in collections.
With a captivating story rooted in ancient mythology and a fresh animated approach, the film started off modestly at Rs 1.25 crore on Day 1 but quickly gained traction over the weekend. It pulled in Rs 3 crore on Saturday and peaked on Sunday with an impressive Rs 5.5 crore. Monday held steady at Rs 3.2 crore, while Tuesday’s discounted tickets gave it another Rs 5 crore lift. Wednesday's performance has only reinforced its status as a surprise hit.
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Mar 7, 2026The film's success indicates a growing acceptance of animated features in India, especially when they are backed by strong cultural and emotional narratives. As it approaches the end of its first week with earnings nearing the Rs 30 crore mark, Mahavatar Narsimha is now looking to maintain its momentum in the second week—particularly as it gears up to face off against major releases like Son of Sardaar 2 and Dhadak 2.
Here’s a look at how the film has performed so far in Hindi:
Day 1: Rs 1.25 crore
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Mar 7, 2026Day 2: Rs 3.00 crore
Day 3: Rs 5.50 crore
Day 4: Rs 3.20 crore
Day 5: Rs 5.00 crore
Day 6: Rs 5-5.25 crore (estimated)
Total: Rs 24.70 crore net
With this kind of consistency, Mahavatar Narsimha is well on its way to becoming one of the most successful animated films from India in recent years. Its success also paves the way for more stories from Indian mythology to be told in this format, blending tradition with technology for a fresh audience
