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# Indian Animation Makes History: Mahavatar Narsimha Qualifies for Oscars 2026! Imagine an Indian animated epic battling it out with global giants like *Zootopia 2* and *Demon Slayer* on the Oscars stage—that's no fantasy, it's reality![1][2][5] **Mahavatar Narsimha**, the blockbuster mythological animation directed by Ashwin Kumar and produced by Kleem Productions with Hombale Films, has officially qualified for the Best Animated Feature category at the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026).[1][3][4][5] Released in July 2025, this 2D-3D hybrid film smashed box office records, grossing over ₹325 crores worldwide and becoming India's highest-grossing animated movie ever.[1][4] Its gripping tale of Lord Vishnu's fierce Narasimha avatar slaying the tyrant Hiranyakashipu—complete with epic action, anime-inspired visuals, and an original score by Sam CS—has captivated audiences from India to Europe, Sri Lanka, Australia, and beyond.[2][4][5] What makes this milestone electric? It's competing against 35 elite titles, including *KPop Demon Hunters*, *Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc*, and *The Bad Guys 2*.[1][2][5] Qualification means it meets strict Academy rules: over 40 minutes long with at least 75% animation.[1] A nomination would crown it as the **first Indian animated feature** in Oscar history, signaling India's animation boom amid growing OTT demand and mainstream appeal.[3][4][5]

As the kickoff to Hombale's ambitious **Mahavatar Cinematic Universe**—spanning seven films on Vishnu's avatars through 2037, with *Mahavatar Parashurama* next in 2027—this isn't just a win for one film; it's a launchpad for Indian storytelling worldwide.[1][2][4] Are you cheering for *Mahavatar Narsimha* to snag that nomination? Drop your thoughts in the comments below—what's your favorite moment from the film? Share this post with fellow animation fans and let's get India on the global map! 🚀
Citations
1.https://www.sacnilk.com/news/Mega_Blockbuster_Mahavatar_Narsimha_Shortlisted_For_Oscars_2026_In_Best_Animated_Feature_Category
2.https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/oscars-2026-mahavatar-narsimha-qualifies-for-academy-awards-to-compete-with-kpop-demon-hunters-chainsaw-man-and-more-1398712
3.https://www.exchange4media.com/trends-watch-news/oscars-2026-mahavatar-narsimha-secures-entry-in-best-animated-feature-category-149718.html
4.https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2025/Nov/22/mahavatar-narsimha-becomes-eligible-for-oscars-2026-in-best-animated-feature-film-category
5.https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/mahavatar-narsimha-enters-oscars-2026-race-1919732
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