Mahavatar Narsimha Becomes Surprise Telugu Box Office Hit, Crosses ₹12 Cr Share.
Nobody saw it coming. Amid a wave of Telugu film releases that failed to leave a mark, an animated film has quietly surged ahead to claim the top spot. Mahavatar Narsimha, originally a Kannada animated feature, has taken the Telugu box office by storm — and it’s doing so against all odds.
While several Telugu films have been released over the last few weeks, none of them have truly connected with the audience. In the midst of this, Mahavatar Narsimha, a dubbed release, emerged as the unexpected winner.
The film has already collected over ₹12 crore share in the Telugu states, a number that has stunned trade analysts and distributors alike. Animated films traditionally don’t perform this well in the Telugu market, making this feat even more notable.
With no major releases lined up this week, Mahavatar Narsimha stands tall as the strongest theatrical option for moviegoers. Its momentum is likely to continue through the weekend, and if word-of-mouth stays positive, the film could further solidify its position.
For the uninitiated, Mahavatar Narsimha is a Kannada animated film that has been drawing attention across India. It recently became the first Indian animated movie to cross ₹100 crore nett, setting a new benchmark in the industry.
The film is directed by Ashwin Kumar, presented by Hombale Films, and produced by Kleem Entertainments. Music is composed by Sam CS, adding further emotional depth to this mythological retelling.
With its blend of rich animation, mythological storytelling, and pan-India appeal, Mahavatar Narsimha is redefining what’s possible for Indian animated cinema — and the Telugu audience is clearly on board.
