Lokah Public Talk: Another Winner From Malayalam Cinema!

Malayalam cinema is known to produce some of the finest films in South India, and they appear to be back on the job with their latest film Lokah. This film has talented actor, Kalyani Priyadarshan, and Naslen in the lead roles.

Here is a look at the kind of early reception that the film had generated on the day of its release August 28. This is an amalgamation of the kind of early reviews and crowd reaction that the film generate.

Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra. Released on August 28, 2025, this film marks the beginning of a brand-new superhero universe in Malayalam cinema. Directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan under Wayfarer Films, it introduces audiences to a thrilling world inspired by local folklore and modern storytelling.

The story follows Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra, a courageous young woman who discovers her hidden powers after the mysterious disappearance of her father. From there, she rises to fight powerful dark forces threatening her world. Kalyani’s performance has been widely praised, with many calling it her career-best.

The movie delivers refined visuals, top-quality VFX, and an interval block that has already become the talk of the town. Music by Jakes Bejoy adds extra energy, making every moment feel larger than life.

Adding to the buzz are surprise appearances by Dulquer Salmaan, Tovino Thomas, and Sunny Wayne. Two post-credit scenes tease an exciting sequel, with rumors that Mammootty might join the next chapter.

The film could generate reasonably good reviews on the opening day and it has to be seen how it would be performing over the weekend which is going to be the deciding factor here.