Mahavatar Narasimha, which releases last week with modest opening, has gained amazing pace thanks to outstanding word of mouth. The picture saw steady progress in its first week, but it was the second weekend that really drove it into the box office spotlight. With a big rise on the second Saturday—its highest single-day collection yet—the picture is currently making strong progress for the second Sunday, with housefuls already recorded in numerous cities.
What’s remarkable is the film’s widespread success in both Hindi and Telugu markets. In particular, Mahavatar Narasimha is shaking the Telugu box office, directly impacting the performance of Kingdom, which had a stronger opening initially. While Kingdom garnered mixed reviews and average word of mouth, Mahavatar Narasimha is riding high on unanimous positive reception from critics and audiences alike.
The effect is especially visible in Hyderabad city. While Kingdom has clocked ₹1 crore in advance bookings for tomorrow, Mahavatar Narasimha leads with ₹1.4 crore—clearly indicating shifting audience preferences. The film’s strong narrative and impactful execution have provided audiences with a compelling alternative, posing a serious challenge for Kingdom to maintain its momentum going forward.
