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Lokah: Chapter 1 — Chandra Races Toward ₹100 Crore Worldwide as Makers Pledge Edit After Apology

The film widens its footprint with a Hindi theatrical debut on September 4 following a strong first‑week surge.

Overview

  • Domestic collections reached an estimated ₹39.37 crore net in six days, according to trade tracker Sacnilk.
  • Industry estimates place the worldwide total at roughly ₹81 crore in five days, with trade expecting the film to cross ₹100 crore imminently.
  • Producer Wayfarer Films issued a public apology for a line viewed as demeaning to Kannadigas and said the dialogue will be removed or edited.
  • The release expands beyond Malayalam and Telugu as a Hindi version arrives in theatres on September 4.
  • The team positions Lokah as the launch of a five‑film franchise, with filmmakers saying future entries will feature Dulquer Salmaan and Tovino Thomas.