Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra review: The first malayalam movie with a female superhero becomes a tremendous hit

Lokah starts off well with Chandra gaining her job and then going to a title card that looks like a comic strip.

Malayalam film is breaking new ground with Lokah – Chapter 1: Chandra, the first superhero movie with a female lead in the industry.

The movie was made by Dulquer Salmaan, and it stars Kalyani Priyadarshan. Today, August 28, the movie directed by Dominic Arun came out in theaters, and people were really excited. People are already talking about the movie online because of its big ideas, amazing graphics, and outstanding acting.

Plot

The primary character in this story is Chandra (Kalyani Priyadarshan). She is a mysterious woman with remarkable powers who comes to Bengaluru on a secret mission that has to do with Moothon. On the other side, the city is grappling with a run of disappearances that are linked to a clandestine organ trafficking operation. Chandra works at a bakery to stay out of the spotlight, but people notice her unusual behavior.

Sunny (Naslen), Chandu Salimkumar (Venu), and Naijil (Arun Kurian) are three guys who reside across the street and spend most of their time drinking and having fun. Their fascination with Chandra quickly drags them into her world. Inspector Nachiyappa Gowda (Sandy), a corrupt cop with close ties to the trafficking ring, makes things even worse. The stage is set for a two-and-a-half-hour drama that moves like a comic book world as these characters interact.

Lokah starts off well with Chandra gaining her job and then going to a title card that looks like a comic strip. This is a clever choice that grabs people's attention right immediately. Sunny and his friends tell much of the narrative once they reach Bengaluru, and Sunny's curiosity keeps things going. Not only do his talks with Chandra make things hilarious, but they also provide us a look at her broader purpose.

Director Dominic Arun carefully creates the mood by combining Chandra's mysterious presence with common hilarity. We don't learn all about Chandra's past in this chapter, but the mystery is beneficial for the movie since it makes fans want to see more of the franchise. Even though the plot is about crime and corruption, Sunny's humorous one-liners keep it interesting.

A Hot First Half

From the opening frame, Lokah promises big things and excitement. The first section is fun, fast-paced, and lots of world-building. The interval block, which brought a sinister twist to the superhero origin story, made people very happy. Kalyani Priyadarshan has a strong presence on film, and Naslen and Sandy do a terrific job of making their supporting roles more interesting.

Great acting and technical skill

Dominic Arun's writing and directing are great since they are both fun and very emotional. The music by Jakes Bejoy makes the scene even more interesting, and the stunts by Yannick Ben and the camera work by Nimish Ravi make the action appear spectacular. Even though it only cost ₹30 crore to film, fans quickly pointed out that the movie's visuals are just as good as those of big-budget hits. Celebrities from Mollywood show up out of the blue, which makes things more interesting and sets the stage for what's to come.

The second half and the overall effect

The second half slows down a little, but then it picks up speed again as it gets closer to a happy ending. The movie is both new and familiar since it mixes superhero action with traditional Malayalam storytelling in a clever way. The movie is held together by director Dominic Arun's vision and Kalyani's great acting. It becomes a lot better with cameos, fantastic special effects, and a terrific score.

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Verdict

Lokah—Chapter 1: Chandra is not just a superhero movie; it has a meaning. It takes Malayalam film to new and exciting areas with a brave female lead, stunning graphics, and stories that set the standard for the genre. If you want to see something new and fun, you should see this.

Cast: Kalyani Priyadarshan, Nasleen

Director: Dominic Arun

Producer: Dulquer Salmaan

Rating: 3.5/5