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| Mahavatar Cinematic Universe | |
|---|---|
| Created by | Ashwin Kumar |
| Original work | Mahavatar Narsimha (2025) |
| Owners | Kleem Productions Hombale Films |
| Films and television | |
| Film(s) | List of films |
Mahavatar Cinematic Universe is an Indian animated media franchise and shared cinematic universe based on the avatars of Lord Vishnu. Created by director Ashwin Kumar and produced by Kleem Productions in association with Hombale Films, the franchise reimagines the mythological epics from the Dashavatara through 3D animation and modern cinematic storytelling.[1][2][3][4]
The franchise officially launched with the announcement of Mahavatar Narsimha in June 2025. The first film is scheduled to be released on 25 July 2025.[5][6][7][8][9]
Concept
[edit]The Mahavatar Cinematic Universe is a 12-year animated franchise that reimagines the ten avatars of Vishnu in a chronological, interconnected format. The aim is to revive and modernize Indian mythology for global audiences, using state-of-the-art 3D animation and culturally rooted storytelling. The films will be released every two years, from 2025 to 2037.[1][2][5][4]
Films
[edit]As of July 2025, seven films have been announced in the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. The franchise begins with Narasimha and ends with a two-part finale on Kalki. Each film is based on a different avatar of Vishnu, either individually or thematically.
| Title | Avatar Focus | Release Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahavatar Narsimha | Narasimha (4th avatar) | 2025 | First installment, directed by Ashwin Kumar |
| Mahavatar Parshuram | Parashurama (6th avatar) | 2027 | Warrior sage avatar |
| Mahavatar Raghunandan | Rama (7th avatar) | 2029 | Depicts the life of Lord Rama; “Raghunandan” is another name of Rama |
| Mahavatar Dwarkadhish | Krishna (8th avatar) | 2031 | Focuses on Krishna’s later years in Dwarka |
| Mahavatar Gokulananda | Krishna (childhood form) | 2033 | Childhood of Krishna in Gokul; “Gokulananda” means “joy of Gokul” |
| Mahavatar Kalki – Part 1 | Kalki (10th avatar) | 2035 | First part of final avatar arc |
| Mahavatar Kalki – Part 2 | Kalki (10th avatar) | 2037 | Culmination of the cinematic universe |
Mahavatar Narsimha (2025)
[edit]Diti, one of sage Kashyapa’s wives, surrenders to desire at an inauspicious hour, ignoring his warning that such a union could lead to demonic offspring. Her children, Hiranyaksha and Hiranyakashipu, grow into ruthless demons, trained by Shukracharya to challenge Lord Vishnu. When Hiranyaksha falls to Vishnu’s Varaha Avatar, Hiranyakashipu’s fury deepens, driving him to seek near-immortality through a boon from Brahma. Ironically, his own son Prahlad becomes a devoted follower of Vishnu, igniting a fierce clash of faith and ego between father and son. The tale builds toward the arrival of Narasimha, a being beyond definition, born to navigate the loopholes of divine law and restore cosmic order. But how does one defeat a foe immune to death by man, beast, day, or night? What justice awaits when the rules themselves bend? The answers will be revealed in the main story.
Development
[edit]Director Ashwin Kumar conceptualized the universe as a long-term mythological epic. The project is produced by Hombale Films, known for successful films like KGF, Kantara, and Salaar, and co-developed by Kleem Productions. Priyanka Das is one of the lead producers. The first film, Mahavatar Narsimha, was publicly announced in mid-2025 and is set to release on 25 July 2025 in multiple Indian languages.[6][5][7]
Cultural Impact
[edit]The Mahavatar Cinematic Universe has been recognized as a landmark project in Indian animation. It is positioned to become one of India's most ambitious animated sagas, bringing together mythology, animation, and mass storytelling at a scale comparable to global cinematic universes.[8][9]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "From Narsimha To Kalki, Hombale Films Announce Grand Mahavatar Cinematic Universe". NDTV. 25 June 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
- ^ a b c "From Narsimha to Kalki: Hombale Films, Kleem Productions unveil Mahavatar Cinematic Universe with 7-film slate". Deccan Herald. 25 June 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
- ^ "Hombale Films announce Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, to start with Narsimha in July". India Today. 25 June 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
- ^ a b c "Hombale Films announces the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, 'Mahavatar Narsimha' animated franchise". The Hindu. 25 June 2025. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Hombale Films announce Mahavatar Cinematic Universe to start with Narasimha in July". India Today. 25 June 2025. Cite error: The named reference "IndiaToday" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ a b "Mahavatar Cinematic Universe: 7 Films Announced Based on Lord Vishnu's Avatars". News18. 25 June 2025.
- ^ a b "Mahavatar Cinematic Universe Announced: Hombale Films Reveals 12-Year Animated Slate". Hollywood Reporter India. 25 June 2025.
- ^ a b "From Mahavatar to YRF: 5 Thrilling Cinematic Universes Shaping Indian Cinema Today". Moneycontrol. July 2025.
- ^ a b "From Narsimha to Kalki: Hombale Films unveils mythological animation franchise with Mahavatar Cinematic Universe". Hindustan Times. 25 June 2025.
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