kalyani Priyadarshan, daughter of ace filmmaker Priyadarshan, may have begun her career with a glamorous launch in telugu cinema, but the actress has truly found her ground in malayalam films. Despite memorable appearances in Hello and Chitralahari, her journey in tollywood never took off as expected. But in Mollywood, she has carved a space for herself with a steady stream of films, even if superstardom still eludes her.
This onam, however, could be the game-changing moment she has been waiting for. With two big releases lined up back-to-back, kalyani is gearing up for perhaps the most crucial test of her career.
The first of her festive offerings is Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, a female-driven, superhero-style saga where kalyani takes center stage. For the first time, she isn’t just playing a romantic interest or supporting role — she shoulders the entire narrative. The promotional material has already created a buzz, and industry circles are watching keenly to see if kalyani can prove her mettle as a solo box-office puller.
Adding to the excitement is her second film, Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira, releasing the very next day. Starring Fahadh Faasil in the lead, this film sees kalyani in a more conventional role as his romantic interest. While it’s not a new terrain for her, the film ensures her visibility during the festive season and complements the bold gamble she has taken with Lokah.
As the box office gears up for an onam battle, all eyes are on kalyani Priyadarshan. Will she rise as Mollywood’s next star heroine with a superhero twist, or will the festive clash leave her struggling for space yet again? The weekend will decide her trajectory, but one thing is clear — this is Kalyani’s biggest career-defining test yet.
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