Mahavatar Narsimha shatters box office, becomes India's highest-grossing animated film
Produced by Kleem Productions in association with Hombale Films, 'Mahavatar Narsimha' marks the beginning of an ambitious cinematic franchise centred around the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu. Future instalments such as 'Mahavatar Parshuram' and 'Mahavatar Kalki' are already in the pipeline, planned for release over the coming decade.Despite facing competition from high-profile titles like 'Saiyaara' and the recently released 'Dhadak 2', the animated spectacle continues to hold its ground with its engaging narrative, emotional depth, and rich visual palette.As Mahavatar Narsimha continues its winning streak, industry experts are watching closely to see how this mythological franchise will shape the future of Indian animation—and whether it could open new creative and commercial frontiers for homegrown storytelling.- Ends
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