Mahavatar Narasimha Turns Sleeper Hit: Earns 12X Budget, Set to Beat 2025's Most Profitable Film

Mahavatar Narasimha, an animated film from the South, is rewriting the rules of box office success. Despite minimal publicity, the film has turned out to be a surprise blockbuster, earning ₹51.75 crore in just 8 days against a modest budget of ₹4 crore, according to Saccanilk. That’s 12 times its budget, and the number is still climbing.

Released Without Buzz, But With Big Gains

With no grand promotions or star-studded campaigns, the film quietly entered theatres, but audiences have embraced it. Strong word-of-mouth and curiosity around its mythological theme have worked in its favor.

The success is even more remarkable considering it released alongside other big films, yet held its ground at the box office. On Day 8 alone, it earned ₹7.5 crore—keeping its momentum strong.

Targeted Audience, Wide Appeal

The film seems to have found its niche, especially among viewers interested in animated mythological storytelling. This has helped it stay afloat despite competition from commercial entertainers like Saiyyara, Dhadak 2, and Son of Sardar 2, which are now reportedly feeling the pressure.

Set to Beat 2025’s Most Profitable Film

Until now, Tourist Family held the crown for 2025’s most profitable film, earning ₹90 crore on a ₹7 crore budget—a 13x return. But Mahavatar Narasimha is close behind and could surpass that milestone in a matter of days, given its consistent performance.

What’s Next for Mahavatar Narasimha?

With growing buzz and a dedicated viewer base, all eyes are on whether the film can cross the ₹100 crore mark. If it does, it won’t just be one of the most profitable films of the year—it could become a case study in low-budget, high-impact cinema.