Movie Name: Mahavatar Narsimha
Rating: 3/5
Director: Ashwin Kumar
Produced By: Shilpaa Dhawan, Kushal Desai, Chaitanya Desai
Release Date: 25th July 2025
Mahavatar Narsimha is the steppingstone of Hombale Films’ Mahavatar Cinmatic Universe. The film released in theatres on 25, July 2025 Pan-India Wide and started to dominate box office with each passing day. Let us see what special this animation movie has in store for the audiences in our review.
Story:
The tale follows the beginnings of the demon brothers, Hiranyaksha and Hiranyakashipu, who are born to Diti, one of sage Kashyapa’s wives. She seeks to unite with him at an unlucky time, disregarding his warnings.
Under the guidance of Shukracharya, the brothers defy the cosmic order and fight against the gods. Vishnu’s Varaha avatar ultimately defeats Hiranyaksha. Hiranyakashipu, having gained a strong boon from Brahma, becomes almost unbeatable.
However, in an unexpected turn, his son, Prahlada, becomes a devoted follower of Vishnu. This conflict between father and son leads to the rise of Vishnu’s Narasimha avatar, which is half man and half lion and one of his most formidable forms. This story is well-known among those familiar with Hindu mythology and has been depicted in various films.
Analysis:
Ashwin Kumar’s Mahavatar Narsimha attempts to offer viewers an exciting journey filled with humor, adventure, divinity, and inspiration. The intent is evident from the first scene, and it is reflected in many scenes of the movie.
Certain episodes, such as the one where Prahlad is rescued from furious elephants, are enjoyable. The Varaha Avatar episode at the interval is also effective.
The final 30 minutes are thrilling, featuring a fast pace and impressive computer graphics that come together for an exciting and fulfilling conclusion, where Lord Vishnu’s avatar Narasimha, who is part lion and part human, shows up and begins to dismantle Hiranyakashipu.
Yes, there are some song sequences and the expressions of animated characters with little screen time might look unconvincing. Also, the emotional weightage of the film is on and off, with a few scenes working well and a few not getting the intended impact.
Nevertheless, the effect with which Prahlada’s unmatched devotion to Lord Narayana/Vishnu and God’s unwavering love for his followers is shown compensates for those shortcomings.
Positives:
- Animation/VFX Work
- Varaha Avatar Sequence
- Crucial Dialogues/Scenes
- Climax Episode Of Lord Narasimha Avatar
Negatives:
- Key Emotional Scenes Could Have Been Better
- A Few Scenes With Underwhelming Graphics
Mahavatar Narsimha Movie Review and Verdict:
Mahavatar Narsimha is an honest attempt from director Ashwin Kumar and Hombale Films. Though the emotional impact of the film is swinging, its meaningful message is delivered without excess, and while keeping the audience engaged, making it a worthwhile watch.
