Mahavatar Narsimha (soundtrack)
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| Released | 4 July 2025 | |||
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| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Length | 22:55 | |||
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The soundtrack was released simultaneously in the following languages, with identical track names rendered in each respective language version: | ||||
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Mahavatar Narsimha is the film score composed by Sam C. S. to the Indian animated epic mythological action film of the same name, directed by Ashwin Kumar, produced by Kleem Productions, and presented by Hombale Films.[1] The soundtrack was released from 25 June to 4 July 2025,[2][3] with the Hindi version released by Ishtar Music and the Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam versions by Think Music.[4][5]
The film is the first instalment in the planned animated seven-part Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, based on the ten avatars of Vishnu.[a][10]
Background
The film's musical score and soundtrack were composed by Sam C. S. He was approached for the film after Ashwin Kumar listened to his songs in Jada (2019) which he liked.[11] Kumar showed seventy percent of the film's animation to Sam, who immediately understood the scope of the film as it requires a large and broad musical spectrum. He used Digi2 spectrum from Australia, along with orchestral and modern-day film music.[12] Sam took nearly six months of the film to work on the music, the most he had worked on any film.[13] He added, "Since this is an animation film, they would come to me with a rough anime. I would score music for it and then they would take it back and based on the background score, again work on the animation and would return for it to be refined even further."[14] The orchestral portions were performed by the Macedonian Symphonic Orchestra and was recorded in parts of Europe.[12]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Roar of Narsimha" | The Shloka | Sam C. S., The Shloka | 2:08 |
| 2. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Orchestral Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:21 |
| 3. | "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" | Saurabh Mittal, Twinkle Mittal | Sanjith Hegde | 3:36 |
| 4. | "Hari Ki Gatha" | The Shloka | Krishaang RP, Shivathmika, Rihanna | 4:12 |
| 5. | "Jag Mein Tera Naam Ho" | The Shloka | Chinmayi Sripaada | 4:01 |
| 6. | "Asura Theme" | The Shloka | Sam C. S., Shloka | 2:18 |
| 7. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Aarti Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:18 |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Roar of Narsimha" | Aniruddha Sastry | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:08 |
| 2. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Orchestral Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:21 |
| 3. | "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" | Saurabh Mittal, Twinkle Mittal, Aniruddha Sastry | Sanjith Hegde, Vijay Prakash | 3:36 |
| 4. | "Hariya Kathe" | The Shloka, Aniruddha Sastry | Krishaang RP, Shivathmika, Rihanna | 4:12 |
| 5. | "Nannaliruva Praana Nee" | The Shloka, Aniruddha Sastry | Chinmayi Sripaada | 4:03 |
| 6. | "Asura Theme" | The Shloka, Aniruddha Sastry | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:20 |
| 7. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Aarti Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:18 |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Roar of Narsimha" | The Shloka, D. Mohan Kumar | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:08 |
| 2. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Orchestral Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:21 |
| 3. | "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" | Saurabh Mittal, Twinkle Mittal, D. Mohan Kumar | Vijay Prakash | 3:36 |
| 4. | "Solven Kelu Hariyin Leelai" | The Shloka, D. Mohan Kumar | Krishaang RP, Shivathmika, Rihanna | 4:12 |
| 5. | "Annai Anbu Seyane" | The Shloka, D. Mohan Kumar | Gayathry Rajiv | 4:03 |
| 6. | "Asura Theme" | The Shloka, D. Mohan Kumar | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:20 |
| 7. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Aarti Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:18 |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Roar of Narsimha" | The Shloka, Rakendu Mouli | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:08 |
| 2. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Orchestral Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:21 |
| 3. | "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" | Saurabh Mittal, Twinkle Mittal, Rakendu Mouli | Vijay Prakash | 3:36 |
| 4. | "Vinandila Hari Kadhalni" | The Shloka, Rakendu Mouli | Krishaang RP, Shivathmika, Rihanna | 4:12 |
| 5. | "Thanuvu Mosina Praanamaa" | The Shloka, Rakendu Mouli | Chinmayi Sripaada | 4:03 |
| 6. | "Asura Theme" | The Shloka, Rakendu Mouli | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:20 |
| 7. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Aarti Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:18 |
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Roar of Narsimha" | The Shloka, Manu Vardhan | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:08 |
| 2. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Orchestral Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:21 |
| 3. | "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" | Saurabh Mittal, Twinkle Mittal, Manu Vardhan | Aniruddha Sastry, Vijay Prakash | 3:36 |
| 4. | "Hariyude Katha" | The Shloka, Manu Vardhan | Krishaang RP, Shivathmika, Rihanna | 4:12 |
| 5. | "Lokhamengum Ningalude Peru Nilanilkatte" | The Shloka, Manu Vardhan | Gayathry Rajiv | 4:03 |
| 6. | "Asura Theme" | The Shloka, Manu Vardhan | Sam C. S., Aniruddha Sastry | 2:20 |
| 7. | "Namaste Narsimha" (Aarti Version) | Vyasdeva, Jayadeva Goswami | Aparna Harikumar | 3:18 |
Release
Mahavatar Narasimha's music rights were acquired by Ishtar Music for the Hindi version, and Think Music India for the South Indian languages.[15] It was preceded by the first single "Roar of Narasimha" which was released on 25 June 2025.[16] The entire seven-song soundtrack album was released on 4 July 2025.[17]
Reception
Susmita Sameera of The Times of India wrote "The songs, though well-intentioned, fail to leave a lasting impact."[18] Ahana Tiwari of Zee News wrote "The music was another highlight, beautifully composed and well-timed, enhancing the emotional moments without overshadowing them, perfectly matching the film's tone."[19] Troy Ribeiro of The Free Press Journal wrote "The background score is rousing without being overbearing".[20]
Personnel
Credits adapted from liner notes:[21]
- Music composed, arranged and programmed by: Sam C. S.
- Music producers: Abey Terrance, Sachinlal
- Chorus: Yadhu Krishna, Aparna Harikumar, Abhijith
- Strings: Fames' Macedonian Skopje Studio Orchestra
- Conductor: Oleg Kondratenko
- Sound recordist: Arber Curri
- Pro-tools operator: Marina Lefkova
- Stage managers: Riste Trajkovski, Ilija Grkovski, Filip Popov
- Orchestra leader: Michael Hyman
- Orchestration: Michael Hyman, Neelesh Mandalapu, Daniel D'Mello Goodwin, Joshua Rodrigues
- Orchestra coordinator: Joshua Rodrigues at Bohemia Junction Ltd.
- Studios: 20db Black Studio, Psalter Record Inn Pvt Ltd.
- Recording engineer: CD Anbumani, S. Aakash Edwin, M Chidambara Kannan
- Mixing and mastering: Balu Thankachan
- Musical assistance: Paul Daniel, Hariharan
- Music production manager: K Mahima Chowdhary
- Music coordinator: Velavan B
- Production management team: Kannan M, Indhumathi, Sathya Murthy
- Tech support: Parthiban @ Pro audio
Notes
References
- ^ "Makers release first look of 'Mahavatar Narsimha' from the 'Mahavatar' series". The Times of India. 17 November 2024. Archived from the original on 17 January 2025. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Roar Of Narsimha song from Mahavatar Narsimha is out". www.deccanchronicle.com. 26 June 2025. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ "Mahavatar Narsimha Jukebox Out - Deets Inside". Zee News. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ "Roar Of Narsimha song from Mahavatar Narsimha is out". www.deccanchronicle.com. 26 June 2025. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ "'Mahavatar Narsimha' opens with ₹2.29 crore, sets stage for animated mythology franchise". The Hindu. 28 July 2025. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ Sharma, Devansh (28 July 2025). "Mahavatar Narsimha director Ashwin Kumar on Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana: 'We have a habit of projecting God onto actor…'". The Indian Express. Archived from the original on 2 August 2025. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "From Narsimha to Kalki: Hombale Films & Kleem Productions unveil 'Mahavatar Cinematic Universe' with 7-film slate". Deccan Herald. 25 June 2025. Archived from the original on 9 July 2025. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Hombale Films announce Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, to start with Narasimha in July". India Today. 25 June 2025. Archived from the original on 26 June 2025. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "From Narsimha To Kalki: Hombale Films Announce Grand Mahavatar Cinematic Universe". NDTV. 25 June 2025. Archived from the original on 10 July 2025. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Mahavatar Narsimha: 5 Jaw-Dropping Moments That Captivated Audiences". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 3 August 2025.
- ^ Kumar, Akshay (31 July 2025). "Sam CS: Lesser-known films have been my visiting cards for big projects". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 2 August 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b Das, Santanu (19 July 2025). "Mahavatar Narsimha director Ashwin Kumar: 'Nothing of this level has been attempted before in India' | Interview". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 22 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ "Sam CS: I don't believe in PR | Kaithi 2 | Mahavatar Narsimha". Cinema Express. 26 July 2025. Archived from the original on 2 August 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ "I picked Sam C S to score music for 'Mahavtar Narsimha' after being mesmerised by his score for Tamil film Jada, says director Ashwin Kumar". Sakshi Post. 24 July 2025. Archived from the original on 2 August 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Mahavatar Narasimha [@MahavatarTales] (25 June 2025). "#MahavatarNarasimha's audio rights have been acquired by @thinkmusicindia. The musical journey begins with the First Single, releasing TODAY at 5:55 PM 🎵💥" (Tweet). Archived from the original on 27 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025 – via Twitter.
- ^ "Roar Of Narsimha song from Mahavatar Narsimha is out". Deccan Chronicle. 26 June 2025. Archived from the original on 27 June 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ "Mahavatar Narsimha Jukebox Out - Deets Inside". Zee News. 5 July 2025. Archived from the original on 27 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Sameera, Susmita (25 July 2025). "Mahavatar Narsimha Movie Review: A Grand Visual Odyssey with Emotional Gaps". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 28 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Tiwari, Ahana (25 July 2025). "Mahavatar Narsimha Movie Review: Impressive Visual Spectacle Driven By Epic Tale Of Mythology". Zee News. Archived from the original on 27 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Ribeiro, Troy (26 July 2025). "Mahavatar Narsimha Review: Ashwin Kumar's Animated Film Is A Homegrown Triumph, It Roars With Soul". The Free Press Journal. Archived from the original on 2 August 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Mahavatar Narsimha Hindi | Audio Jukebox | Namaste Narsimha, Roar of Narsimha, Aarti & More. Ishtar Music. 4 July 2025. Archived from the original on 30 July 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025 – via YouTube.