The malayalam superhero spectacle Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra has taken the box office by storm, outperforming several big-ticket films and impressing critics and audiences alike. Directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan, the film is already being hailed as a game-changer for Mollywood. Here are the seven biggest takeaways from its record-breaking run so far.
1. Lokah Beats Mohanlal’s Hridayapoorvam at the Box Office
In just two days, Lokah has raked in Rs 6.45 crore in India, surpassing Mohanlal’s much-anticipated Hridayapoorvam, which earned only Rs 2.70 crore on Friday.
2. Better Opening Than Coolie and war 2
Lokah has outperformed other big releases like Coolie and War 2 in its opening phase. While War 2 managed a meagre Rs 65 lakh, and Coolie earned Rs 1.75 crore, Lokah saw Rs 2.7 crore on Thursday and a 40% jump to Rs 3.75 crore on Friday.
3. Nationwide Earnings Hit Rs 6.45 Crore in Two Days
By the end of its first weekend, the film had amassed Rs 6.45 crore across India, with trade experts predicting a surge towards Rs 15 crore in the coming days.
4. Comparisons with kalki 2898 AD & Brahmastra
Critics and audiences have compared Lokah Chapter 1 to big-budget spectacles like Kalki 2898 AD and Brahmastra, praising it for successfully blending science fiction, fantasy, mythology, and folklore.
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Kalyani priyadarshan, in her 15th film, has delivered a power-packed performance. Her action sequences and commanding screen presence have been singled out as one of the film’s biggest strengths.
6. Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films Bets Big – And Wins
Made on a Rs 30 crore budget, Lokah Chapter 1 marks Wayfarer Films’ sixth production. The movie not only promises profits but also paves the way for an expansive Malayalam superhero universe.
7. A Unique Genre-Bending Experience
The film’s novel approach—mixing superhero themes with indian cultural elements—has been hailed as one of the most distinctive cinematic experiments in recent years.
Final Word
With rave reviews, strong box office numbers, and comparisons to India’s biggest spectacles, Lokah Chapter 1 – Chandra has proven that malayalam cinema is ready for superhero-level storytelling on a grand scale.
Note: That box office receipts are approximations and could change. Final figures could vary depending on additional information and reports..jpg)
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