Kalyani Priyadarshan starrer Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra yet again manages to hold a strong momentum on box office as the film as now entered Rs 100 crore club.
Published: September 3, 2025 11:43 PM IST
Lokah: Chapter 1: Chandra has emerged as a standout in Indian cinema, captivating audiences with its unique blend of mythology and modern storytelling. Directed by Dominic Arun and featuring Kalyani Priyadarshan in a groundbreaking role, the film introduces Malayalam cinema’s first female superhero. Since its release on August 28, 2025, the movie has garnered significant attention for its compelling narrative and visual storytelling.
How much has Lokah: Chapter 1: Chandra earned till now?
In just six days, Lokah has achieved impressive box office numbers. It made Rs 39.25 crore in India and Rs 93.75 crore worldwide. As of Wednesday evening, it has crossed the Rs 101 crore mark worldwide. This performance positions Lokah as the highest-grossing female-led regional language film, surpassing Anushka Shetty’s Rudhramadevi (Rs 86 crore) and Keerthy Suresh’s Mahanati (Rs 83 crore). As of Day 7, the film has amassed Rs 6.75 crore in all the languages.
Lokah emerges as 2025’s third-highest grosser
Lokah: Chapter 1: Chandra has rapidly ascended the ranks to become the third-highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2025, trailing only behind L2: Empuraan and Thudarum. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it surpasses the box office performance of Mohanlal’s Hridayapoorvam Rs 34.18 crore globally, marking a significant milestone for female-led cinema in the region.
More about Lokah
The film’s narrative centers on Chandra, a yakshi (vampire) summoned from Sweden to Bengaluru. As she undertakes her mission, Chandra’s neighbor, Sunny (played by Naslen), becomes entangled in her journey, leading to unexpected developments. The story weaves elements of folklore with contemporary themes, offering a fresh take on the superhero genre. Lokah was initially released in Malayalam and Telugu, with a Hindi version scheduled for release on September 4, 2025. The film has been well-received for its storytelling and performances, though it faced some criticism regarding certain dialogues, which the production team has addressed. As for now, the film has managed to hold an IMDb rating of 8.3.
Story Highlights
- Lokah: Chapter 1: Chandra joins Rs 100 crore club in just 7 days of release.
- Surpasses Rudhramadevi and Mahanati to become the highest-grossing female-led regional film.
- Now ranks as the third-highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2025, beating Hridayapoorvam.
- Features Kalyani Priyadarshan as Malayalam cinema’s first female superhero in a mythology-meets-modernity narrative.
Lokah: Chapter 1: Chandra has become a breakout hit, both commercially and critically. Its unique blend of supernatural folklore and modern storytelling, along with Kalyani Priyadarshan’s strong lead performance, has struck a chord with audiences. With solid box office numbers and growing word of mouth, the film has positioned itself as a game-changer for female-led cinema in India.
