The Malayalam film ‘Lokah: Chapter 1 Chandra’, a superhero movie, is making waves at the box office. The narrative focuses on a young woman who acquires mystical powers while facing personal obstacles. She then embraces her newfound abilities to protect the world from harm. The film’s success continues with a strong second weekend, showing no indication of a decline.
The film’s box office journey began with Rs 2.7 crore on its opening day. The earnings increased significantly over the weekend: Rs 4 crore on Day 2, Rs 7.6 crore on Day 3, and reaching a peak of Rs 10.1 crore on Day 4. Following a slight dip during the weekdays, the film regained momentum with strong earnings later in the week. By the end of the first week, the film had earned Rs 54.7 crore. During its second weekend, the movie maintained its strong performance, with collections of Rs 7.65 crore on Day 9, Rs 10 crore on Day 10, and an estimated Rs 10.25 crore on Day 11. The total collection after 11 days is an impressive Rs 82.6 crore.
‘Lokah Chapter 1’ combines elements of Indian folklore, modern science fiction, and horror. It is the first film in the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe (WCU). The film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen, and Sandy, along with other cast members. There has been no official announcement about the OTT release partner. However, it is expected to stream on Netflix after its theatrical run, similar to previous Dulquer Salmaan productions.