Mahavatar Narsimha Movie Review – A Powerful Spiritual Experience
I recently watched Mahavatar Narsimha (2025), and I have to say — it was a truly epic experience. As someone who grew up listening to stories from Hindu scriptures, this movie hit me emotionally and spiritually in a way few animated films ever have. Let’s talk about it.
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Basic Details
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Release date: Premiered on 25 November 2024 at IFFI; theatrical release in India on 25 July 2025
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Star / Voice Cast: Aditya Raj Sharma (Hiranyakashipu), Haripriya Matta (Prahlad), Sanket Jaiswal, Priyanka Bhandari, Vasundhra Bose, Harjeet Walia
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Director / Writers / Music: Directed by Ashwin Kumar; written by Jayapurna Das; music by Sam C. S.
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Production House / Presenters: Produced by Kleem Productions; presented by Hombale Films
Financials & Reception
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Production Cost / Budget: Approx ₹15 crore
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Box Office Collection: Around ₹217.47 crore net in India across all languages in about 4 weeks; gross domestic (including taxes) about ₹256.61 crore; worldwide collection has crossed ₹200 crore
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IMDb Rating: 9.8/10
The Good Stuff First
The action sequences were absolutely breathtaking. Everyone is talking about them — and for good reason. The transformation of Lord Vishnu into Narasimha, the confrontations, and the overall scale of the battle scenes gave me literal goosebumps.
What really sets this movie apart is its emotional depth. If you’re even remotely connected to our scriptures, you’ll feel it. The bond between Prahlad and Lord Vishnu is portrayed beautifully, and you might even find yourself tearing up.
One standout element was the song “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya.” It was magical — powerful, devotional, and unforgettable. I still listen to it regularly. It's the kind of soundtrack that lingers long after the movie is over.
Visually, the film shines in many places — especially when Lord Vishnu appears. The divine aura, the lighting, the detail — all were simply stunning.
What Could Have Been Better
That said, not everything worked for me. Apart from “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya,” none of the other songs really resonated, even after watching the movie twice. They just didn’t leave a lasting impression.
Especially the first big fight in the cosmos—it was a blur. Punches, kicks, every move happened so fast you could barely make out anything. I didn’t like it at all; there was no clarity. It reminded me of the battle between Sugreev and Bali in Adipurush.
The animation quality was generally good, but at times it felt like there was too much reliance on AI or automated CGI animation. For example, there’s a scene where Narad tries to stop Indra — and the way Narad moved felt unnatural and off-putting. It lacked that human touch and fluidity you expect in high-quality animation.
The background music, while powerful in some moments, felt abrupt and overly loud in others. Certain transitions were jarring, especially on the second watch. It interrupted the emotional flow rather than enhancing it.
I also felt that in some areas, AI-generated visuals lacked the handcrafted detail that makes animation feel alive. While the scale and scope were massive, I missed the small, thoughtful touches that show hard work in the finer details.
Despite a few flaws, I absolutely loved Mahavatar Narsimha. It’s a huge leap forward for Indian animation, especially in the 3D mythological genre. I remember earlier 2D animated films like Hanuman (2005) and Ganesha, which had their own charm — but this is a whole new level of ambition and execution.
I truly hope the team continues making such spiritual, meaningful cinema — but maybe with less dependence on AI, more attention to small details, and a better overall soundtrack in future installments.
This movie has raised the bar, and I’m excited to see what’s next.
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