Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra 2025
“They live among us.”
What is Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra?
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan under his banner Wayfarer Films. The film is part of the planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 151 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 28, 2025
- Original language
- ML
- Origin
- India
- Studios
- Wayfarer Films
- Budget
- $3,379,386
- Revenue
- $34,242,894
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan under his banner Wayfarer Films. The film is part of the planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe. The story revolves around Chandra, a mysterious, goth-influenced woman who has just moved to Bangalore and begins working night shifts at a café. Across the road from her apartment live Sunny and Venu, two aimless bachelors. Their dynamic changes when Sunny gets a glimpse of Chandra in her act. The film features Kalyani Priyadarshan in the title role, alongside Naslen and Sandy. Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra received widespread critical acclaim and became a box office success, surpassing the ₹300 crore mark globally, making it the first Malayalam film to achieve this feat.
Should you watch it?
“A lonely bachelor becomes obsessed with his mysterious new neighbor after she moves to Bangalore.”
- engaging character study
- atmospheric setting
- slow narrative pace
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas centered on urban isolation and obsession.
The film contains themes of voyeurism and reclusive behavior suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the protagonist?
The story centers on Chandra, a goth-influenced woman who recently moved to Bangalore.
What is Chandra's occupation?
She works night shifts at a local café.
Who observes Chandra?
Sunny, an aimless bachelor who lives across the road from her apartment.
Who is Venu?
Venu is a bachelor who lives with Sunny.
What triggers the change in the story?
The dynamic shifts when Sunny catches a glimpse of Chandra performing an act.