Lokah

'Lokah' dialogue sparks controversy, Dulquer Salman issues an apology, and the film's success continues despite the row

09:01 02/09/2025

A dialogue in the Malayalam film 'Lokah' caused controversy. It allegedly hurt sentiments in Karnataka. Producer Dulquer Salmaan apologized. The makers said the verse was added in error. They promised to remove it. 'Lokah: Chapter 1 Chandra' opened strongly. Additional scenes were added in Kerala. Kalyani Priyadarshan expressed her joy. The film boasts a strong technical team.

Kalyani Priyadarshan’s ‘Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra’ emerges as the 5th biggest Malayalam hit of 2025

03:02 01/09/2025

Dominic Arun's directorial venture, 'Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra,' starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, has emerged as a surprise hit in Malayalam cinema, grossing Rs 24.40 crore. Kalyani's portrayal of Chandra is widely praised. Despite a modest opening, strong word-of-mouth propelled the film to the fifth spot among 2025's top Mollywood hits, surpassing bigger-budgeted films.