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Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and produced by Dulquer Salmaan, continues to dominate box offices and conversations across India. Released on August 28, the film has crossed the ₹100 crore mark globally, with an impressive ₹60 crore already earned domestically and ₹74.2 crore within its first week worldwide.
Beyond its financial success, the film has garnered widespread acclaim from Bollywood heavyweights. Priyanka Chopra applauded it as “India’s first female superhero,” while Alia Bhatt celebrated its mythic storytelling, calling it “a big step in cinema” and Rashmika Mandanna was all praises for it.
The movie also sparked controversy when a dialogue perceived as offensive to the Kannada-speaking community led the producers to issue a formal apology and commit to editing the scene.
Lokah’s success remains rooted in its strong storytelling, compelling visuals, and ambitious world-building. It stands as both a critical and commercial triumph – a landmark for Malayalam and female-led superhero cinema alike.
