The trailer of Narasimha Avatar marks the much-awaited return of Rajesh Hamal after 8 long years. Within just a few days, the trailer crossed over 1 million views on YouTube, showing that people are still curious and excited to see the ‘Mahanayak’ back on screen.

One of the most powerful moments in the trailer is when Hamal shouts “Haayyy” — a line that gave many fans goosebumps and reminded them of his classic action scenes. The trailer also shows his look in both beard and clean-shaven styles, bringing freshness and intensity to the character. Some scenes and dialogues definitely give that “lion is back” vibe, and fans are happy to see him take up an action-packed role once again.

But not everything in the trailer impressed everyone. The pairing of Rajesh Hamal and Niti Shah has drawn criticism. Many feel that the big age difference between them makes the love story look mismatched and less believable. Also, the overall look of the trailer feels average to some viewers, and there are mixed opinions on whether it truly delivers the excitement expected from a big comeback film.

The movie is releasing on Jestha 9, and the competition is tough. Unko Sweater is currently performing strongly in cinemas with multiple housefull shows. Then there’s Ke Ghar Ke Dera 2 releasing on Jestha 2, and Mahabhoj set to arrive on Jestha 15. With such a packed release calendar, Narasimha Avatar will have to perform really well to make its mark.

That said, the film’s promotions are going strong, and many are still rooting for Rajesh Hamal’s big-screen return. No matter the doubts, one thing is clear — a lion may grow old, but he’s still a lion. Now, it’s up to the film to prove that the roar is still powerful.