<p>The superhero film <i>Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra</i> has emerged as the dark horse of the 2025 Kerala Onam box office clash. While Mohanlal's <i>Hridayapoorvam</i> leads after day one with ₹4 crores ($480,000),<i> Lokah</i> is close behind, collecting ₹3 crores ($360,000). The movie has been earning praise from netizens for its tone, performances, and world-building. Produced by Dulquer Salmaan, it marks the first instalment of the planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hridayapoorvam-first-trailer-for-mohanlal-sathyan-anthikad-movie-is-out-watch-1756209862269"><strong>Hridayapoorvam: First trailer for Mohanlal &amp; Sathyan Anthikad movie is out| Watch</strong></a></p><h2>Here's what netizens are saying about Lokah</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> is such a WINNER from Malayalam cinema 🔥<br><br>Stylistic production design. Genuine attention to detail in building lore. Whimsical humor yet serious and ground when it needs to be. <br><br>Organic cameos for a change<br><br>It’s not devoid of flaws yet, so so enjoyable! <a href="https://t.co/7vF7QdyRZz">pic.twitter.com/7vF7QdyRZz</a></p>&mdash; ANMOL JAMWAL (@jammypants4) <a href="https://twitter.com/jammypants4/status/1961088397545742748?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bro, WTF? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> <br>Everything that could’ve gone wrong in a low-budget superhero film went right here. Artfully crafted with pure passion.<br>This is how you start a cinematic universe..but yes, the film is a bit long. <a href="https://t.co/dcCsJqiDtX">pic.twitter.com/dcCsJqiDtX</a></p>&mdash; Vishwajeet Singh Shekhawat (@WVish_Official) <a href="https://twitter.com/WVish_Official/status/1961081053919019303?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">To all the movie lovers out there, watch this Malayalam movie on theaters<br><br>At this point malayalam cinema &gt;&gt;Korean cinema for me. For a budget of 31 cr mollywood is making better spectacles than most of the other Indian industries <br><br>What a movie what what a movie 💥💥💥<br><br> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> <a href="https://t.co/UDMIneWKNH">pic.twitter.com/UDMIneWKNH</a></p>&mdash; Walter White (@WalterW28816919) <a href="https://twitter.com/WalterW28816919/status/1960958985034400177?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> is Mollywood’s strongest Pan Indian bet❗ <br><br>Backed by technical finesse, impactful star cameos, and action set pieces that feel like multiple Minnal Murali climaxes rolled into one, this is a true big screen spectacle.<a href="https://t.co/gQL6O9aXZL">pic.twitter.com/gQL6O9aXZL</a></p>&mdash; Mohammed Ihsan (@ihsan21792) <a href="https://twitter.com/ihsan21792/status/1960973320956047737?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> - Even with a 30 crore budget, the film delivers visuals on par with a 300 crore movie.<br><br> <a href="https://twitter.com/dominicarun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dominicarun</a> 🙏🏻🔥 <a href="https://t.co/6gEhvuJ4Lc">pic.twitter.com/6gEhvuJ4Lc</a></p>&mdash; ” (@dulQerist) <a href="https://twitter.com/dulQerist/status/1961120167079129313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Me and my homies coming out of the theatre after Watching LOKAH <a href="https://t.co/V3IUnaYOFh">pic.twitter.com/V3IUnaYOFh</a></p>&mdash; koreanoli (@koreanoli) <a href="https://twitter.com/koreanoli/status/1960978800495198602?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">a film that distinguishes itself by delivering excellence across every department, from direction and writing to performances and technical craft.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lokah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lokah</a> is a benchmark for Mollywood 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/6Z1zMaieUq">pic.twitter.com/6Z1zMaieUq</a></p>&mdash; Abhi (@Abhiew_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Abhiew_/status/1961100567604085042?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra?</h2><p>The story follows Sunny, a young man who develops a crush on his new neighbour, the enigmatic Chandra. As he tries to learn more about her, he discovers she is not human and that the myths and legends he grew up hearing are real. Unlike most Indian superhero films, <i>Lokah </i>draws inspiration from Indian folklore, particularly Kerala’s rich traditions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kalamkaval-first-teaser-for-mammootty-upcoming-crime-thriller-is-out-watch-1756370187487"><strong>Kalamkaval: First teaser for Mammootty's upcoming crime thriller is out| Watch</strong></a></p><h2>Meet the star-studded cast of Lokah</h2><p>The film features Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra, Naslen as Sunny, Sandy as Inspector Nachiyappa Gowda, Arun Kurian as Naijil, Vijayaraghavan as Daniel, Chandu Salimkumar as Venu, and Nishanth Sagar as Prakash. Cameos include appearances by Tovino Thomas, Sunny Wayne, Dulquer Salmaan, and Soubin Shahir.</p><h2>Lokah’s budget and crew</h2><p>Directed by Dominic Arun, the movie is co-written by him along with Santhy Balachandran. This marks Dulquer Salmaan’s seventh production, mounted on a budget of ₹30 crores($3.6 million). Pre-production began in September 2024, with filming wrapping up by January 2025. The film’s cinematography is by Nimish Ravi, editing by Chaman Chakko, music by Jakes Bejoy, and stunt direction by Yannick B.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/dies-irae-first-teaser-for-bramayugam-director-rahul-sadasivan-s-horror-film-with-pranav-mohanlal-is-here-watch-1756279382258">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/dies-irae-first-teaser-for-bramayugam-director-rahul-sadasivan-s-horror-film-with-pranav-mohanlal-is-here-watch-1756279382258</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra</i> has made a strong start at the box office, and time will tell if it can sustain the momentum. For now, audiences are eager to see what the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe has lined up next.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The Malayalam superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has hit the big screen and netizens have been showering it with praise, so here is everything you need to know about the Kalayani Priyadarshan and Naslen starrer.

The superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has emerged as the dark horse of the 2025 Kerala Onam box office clash. While Mohanlal's Hridayapoorvam leads after day one with ₹4 crores ($480,000), Lokah is close behind, collecting ₹3 crores ($360,000). The movie has been earning praise from netizens for its tone, performances, and world-building. Produced by Dulquer Salmaan, it marks the first instalment of the planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe. Also Read: Hridayapoorvam: First trailer for Mohanlal & Sathyan Anthikad movie is out| Watch Here's what netizens are saying about Lokah

<p>The Malayalam superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has hit the big screen and netizens have been showering it with praise, so here is everything you need to know about the Kalayani Priyadarshan and Naslen starrer.</p>

Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, Here’s why netizens are raving about the dark superhero film

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Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, Here’s why netizens are raving about the dark superhero film