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Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra’ Opens To ₹2.6 Crore Day 1 As Buzz Builds For Malayalam Superhero Launch

IMAX marketing was publicly corrected after a false premium-format claim, highlighting a rollout shaped by strong craft and weak scripting.

Overview

  • Released on August 28, the Dominic Arun–directed film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan with Naslen and launches Wayfarer Films’ planned ‘Lokah’ universe.
  • Early audience reactions praise the visuals, world-building and Kalyani Priyadarshan’s performance, while critics commend the technical scale but label the screenplay thin.
  • Day 1 India net is estimated at roughly ₹2.4–₹2.6 crore, ranking sixth among Malayalam openings of 2025 and trailing Mohanlal’s competing Onam release.
  • IMAX India’s vice president stated the movie is not available in IMAX and thanked the producers for removing promotional material that suggested otherwise.
  • Multiple cameos and post‑credit teases signal franchise intent, and post‑theatrical streaming rights remain unannounced with any platform talk described as speculative.