Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is rooted in a compelling mix of contemporary urban storytelling and Kerala‑style folklore. The film follows Chandra, a mysterious woman who arrives in a city, takes on a night‑shift job, and gradually reveals extraordinary powers when she intervenes in an organ‑trafficking ring and other sinister operations.
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is rooted in a compelling mix of contemporary urban storytelling and Kerala‑style folklore. The film follows Chandra, a mysterious woman who arrives in a city, takes on a night‑shift job, and gradually reveals extraordinary powers when she intervenes in an organ‑trafficking ring and other sinister operations
In short, the movie is based on two layers: one is a modern mission‑thriller (crime, powers, identity reveal) and the other is mythological world‑building, giving birth to a home‑grown superhero universe anchored in cultural roots.
The movie stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra, a mysterious woman who discovers her extraordinary powers while confronting crime and corruption in a contemporary urban setting. Supporting roles are played by Naslen, Arun Kurian, Chandu Salim Kumar, and Sandy Master, while cameo appearances include prominent actors like Dulquer Salmaan, Tovino Thomas, and speculated appearances by Mammootty. The film’s technical crew includes Nimish Ravi as cinematographer, Jakes Bejoy composing the music, and Chaman Chakko handling editing. With a runtime of around 151 minutes and a reported budget of ₹30 crore, the film has been released across India and dubbed into Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada to reach a broader audience. Notably, Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has become one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films, crossing ₹300 crore worldwide, and is praised for its blend of modern urban storytelling with Kerala-inspired mythological and supernatural elements.