The highly acclaimed Malayalam superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, produced by Dulquer Salmaan under his banner Wayfarer Films, is set to make its much-anticipated OTT debut on JioHotstar starting October 31, 2025. Following its theatrical release on August 28, 2025, the film has garnered immense praise and shattered multiple box office records, becoming not only the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time but also one of the biggest hits of 2025 across Indian cinema Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra.
Directed and written by Dominic Arun, Lokah stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra, a mysterious woman who arrives in Karnataka and finds herself embroiled in a dangerous gang involved in organ trafficking. With strong performances from Naslen, Sandy Master, Arun Kurian, and Chandu Salim Kumar, the film masterfully weaves a unique superhero narrative inspired by local folklore, mythology, and social issues. The production boasted high technical standards, featuring Nimish Ravi's cinematography, Jakes Bejoy's acclaimed music, and meticulous world-building praised by critics and audiences alike.
The digital release on JioHotstar will bring Lokah to a pan-Indian audience, with the film available in multiple languages including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Bengali, broadening its reach beyond its Malayalam-speaking fanbase. This move follows a strong theatrical run where the film grossed over ₹300 crore worldwide, an unprecedented achievement for a Malayalam-language film.
Fans eagerly await the launch of Lokah online, drawn by the promise of an engaging blend of fantasy, action, and cultural storytelling. The makers have also confirmed that Lokah Chapter 2: When Legends Chill—Michael and Charlie, featuring Dulquer Salmaan and Tovino Thomas, is already in the works, setting the stage for an expansive cinematic universe.
For those who missed the theatrical spectacle or want to experience the film’s striking visuals and powerful narrative again, the streaming premiere on October 31 provides the perfect opportunity. As Lokah ushers in a new era for regional superhero films and Indian cinema, its digital release is set to fan the flames of its growing popularity.
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