Last Year Kantara, This Year Mahavatar Narsimha: Hombale Films’ Spiritual Touch Resonates At Ganpati Pandals

Hombale Films’ impact goes far beyond the box office. From Kantara’s Bhoota Kola inspired Ganpati idol last year to this year’s grand Mahavatar Narsimha themed pandal

- August 26, 2025 | 5:48 PM IST

From Kantara to Mahavatar Narsimha, Hombale Films’ Cultural Influence Shines at Ganpati Pandals — Hombale Films Turns Cinema Into Tradition with Kantara and Mahavatar Narsimha Inspired Ganpati Pandals (Photo Credit – Instagram)

With back to back cultural blockbusters like Kantara and Mahavatar Narsimha, Hombale Films has managed to do something few production houses ever achieve. Its stories are no longer just watched in theaters, they are lived and celebrated.

Last year, a Ganesh Chaturthi pandal went viral when devotees welcomed Lord Ganesha in the iconic Bhoota Kola attire, directly inspired by Kantara. The sight struck a deep chord, showing just how far cinema can seep into people’s hearts and traditions. This year, the connection only grew stronger. A grand pandal unveiled a towering idol of Lord Ganesh placed beside a magnificent statue of Mahavatar Narsimha, echoing the spectacle that Hombale brought to life on screen.

Hombale’s Films Prove Cinema Can Transcend Screens and Become Part of Culture

Moments like these prove that Hombale’s films are more than entertainment. They are cultural milestones. They have found a place not just in conversations about cinema, but in festivals, faith, and community life. Hombale Films’ journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From folklore driven gems like Kantara to mammoth hits like KGF: Chapter 1 and 2, Salaar: Part 1 Ceasefire, and now Mahavatar Narsimha, the banner has consistently reshaped the idea of what a pan India film can be. Their formula is no secret. Stories rooted in Indian soil, world class filmmaking, powerful music, and characters that audiences carry with them long after the credits roll.

Take KGF for instance. What started as a Kannada film stormed across India and abroad, turning Yash’s Rocky Bhai into a household name and collecting nearly ₹1500 crore worldwide. Few franchises have been able to achieve that level of success.

And the story does not end here. Hombale already has a stacked lineup ahead. Kantara: Chapter 1 will arrive this Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, 2025. The slate also includes Salaar: Part 2 Shouryaanga Parvam and a much anticipated collaboration with Hrithik Roshan.

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