Lokah - Chapter 1 Chandra box office Day 2: Strong Start for kalyani Priyadarshan’s malayalam Superhero Film 🚀🎬

The Malayalam superhero film Lokah - Chapter 1 Chandra, directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films, has kicked off its theatrical run with an impressive early response at the kerala box office. Released on August 28, 2025, the film marks the first chapter in the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe.

Here’s what you need to know about its performance and story:


1. Early box office Numbers 💰

Day 1 collections: Approx. ₹2.70 crore in kerala (according to AB George and Southwood)

Day 2 trends: Expected to surpass day one with strong ticket sales

BookMyShow stats: Over 12,000 tickets sold in the initial hours, indicating steady audience interest


2. Story Overview 📝

Follows an aimless trio of friends whose lives change when they meet a mysterious neighbor with a complex past

Set in a modern metropolitan city, blending dark comedy, fantasy, and thriller elements

Introduces a shadowy world alongside the ordinary, setting up a franchise for future chapters

Key cast includes Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen, Sandy, Arun Kurian, and chandu Salimkumar


3. Star-Studded Cast 🌟

Leads: Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen, Sandy, Arun Kurian

Supporting: Chandu Salimkumar, nishanth Sagar, Raghunath Paleri, Vijayaraghavan, Nithya Shri, Sarath Sabha


4. Production & Technical Crew 🎥

Director of Photography: Nimish Ravi

Editor: Chaman Chakko

Music Composer: Jakes Bejoy

Production Design: Banglan

Executive Production: Jom Varghese, Line Production: Bibin Perumbilly

Action Choreography: Yannick Ben

Screenplay & Dramaturgy: Santhy Balachandran

VFX & Animation: Little Hippo Studios, Pictorial Fx, Eunoians Studio

Sound Design & Mixing: Dawn Vincent, Rajakrishnan

Costumes & Makeup: Melwy J, archana Rao, Ronex Xavier


5. Why It’s Being Watched Closely 👀

First installment of the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe, setting the stage for future films

Blend of genres makes it a fresh entry in malayalam cinema

Positive early trends indicate a promising theatrical run


🌟 Bottom Line

With strong day-one numbers and high ticket demand on day two, Lokah - Chapter 1 Chandra is off to a solid start. Fans of superhero and fantasy films in kerala can expect a thrilling cinematic experience, laying the foundation for an exciting franchise.

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G GOWTHAM

29/08/2025 03:05 PM