Lokah Chapter 1 OTT release: When and where can you watch Kalyani Priyadarshan’s blockbuster thriller, streaming on…

Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, is a film that blends myth, fantasy, and modern themes. With its critical and commercial success, this film is a must-watch for fans of superhero movie.

Oct 24, 2025 - 19:30
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Lokah Chapter 1 OTT release: When and where can you watch Kalyani Priyadarshan’s blockbuster thriller, streaming on…

The Malayalam-superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has created quite a buzz with its box-office success, narrative ambition and unique presentation. The film introduces a female superhero rooted in myth and modernity, and captures the imagination of audiences across India(BHARAT). It marks a new wave in Malayalam cinema’s attempt to expand into the superhero genre.

When and where to watch?

Now fans don’t need to wait much longer to stream the film online. The makers have officially revealed that the film will be available on the OTT platform, JioHotstar from October 31 in Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Bengali and Marathi languages. The makers took to the official streaming social media channel and wrote, “The world of Lokah unfolds exclusively on JioHotstar, streaming from October 31st.”

The film is directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan’s production house Wayfarer Films. It features Kalyani Priyadarshan in the title role of Chandra (also called Neeli), a powerful mythic-figure navigating a world that blends folklore and the contemporary.

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What is the storyline?

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Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra follows Neeli, a mysterious woman with supernatural powers rooted in folklore, who transforms into the fierce protector Chandra. She battles both inner demons and corrupt forces led by a ruthless cop, Nachiyappa. Blending myth, fantasy, and modern themes, the story explores power, identity, and justice through a female superhero’s journey. Among the supporting cast are Naslen, Arun Kurian, Chandu Salimkumar, Sandy and more.

More about Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra

The theatrical release of the film on 28 August was met with both critical acclaim and commercial success: it became the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, crossing the Rs 300 crore mark worldwide. The filmmakers have already announced a sequel: Lokah Chapter 2 will bring in actor Tovino Thomas as a chathan/goblin-type character named Michael, while Dulquer Salmaan may reprise his role as an odiyan/ninja called Charlie.

Story Highlights

  1. Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra introduces a powerful female superhero rooted in myth and modernity, played by Kalyani Priyadarshan.
  2. The film will be available for streaming on JioCinema from October 31 in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, and Marathi.
  3. The movie blends myth, fantasy, and modern themes, exploring power, identity, and justice.
  4. The film has become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, crossing the Rs 300 crore mark worldwide.

Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra marks a significant milestone in Malayalam cinema, showcasing the genre of superhero films in a new light.

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