Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Lokah Set To Enter ₹50 Crore Club At Box Office
Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is proving to be a game-changer for Malayalam cinema. The superhero film, directed by Dominic Arun and co-starring Naslen, has been performing exceptionally well at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down even on weekdays.
After six days of release, the film has collected nearly ₹39 crore nett in India, and is now just a step away from entering the prestigious ₹50 crore club.
Trade experts believe that Lokah will comfortably touch the mark within a day or two, as word-of-mouth continues to drive audiences to theatres.
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The film managed to pass the crucial “Monday test” with ease, recording strong numbers across the country. On Tuesday, Lokah Chapter 1 earned ₹7.35 crore nett in India, slightly higher than its Monday numbers.
This consistent performance has reassured industry trackers that the superhero spectacle will sustain its momentum well into its second week.
According to box office tracker Sacnilk, the Malayalam version recorded an impressive 52.41% occupancy across India on Tuesday, further proving the film’s wide appeal.
Day-wise box office collections in India
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Day 1 (Friday): ₹2.7 crore
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Day 2 (Saturday): ₹4 crore
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Day 3 (Sunday): ₹7.6 crore
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Day 4 (Monday): ₹10.1 crore
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Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹7.2 crore
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Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹7.35 crore
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Total: ₹38.95 crore
With this pace, the ₹50 crore milestone seems well within reach, making Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2025 so far.
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While the film has been winning over audiences with its visual spectacle and storytelling, it has also found itself in the middle of controversy recently. A dialogue in the film was criticised for demeaning women in Bengaluru, sparking backlash from Karnataka audiences.
Responding swiftly, the makers issued a public apology through Wayfarer Films, the production banner behind Lokah. In their statement, they clarified:
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“It has come to our attention that a dialogue delivered by one of the characters in our film Lokah: Chapter One has unintentionally hurt the sentiments of people from Karnataka. We deeply regret this oversight and assure you that no offence was intended. The dialogue in question will be removed/edited at the earliest. We sincerely apologise for the hurt caused and humbly request you to accept our apology.”
Directed by Dominic Arun, Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has been hailed as a bold step for the Malayalam film industry, which is venturing into the superhero genre with scale and ambition.
Starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen in lead roles, along with Sandy and several others, the film follows the journey of extraordinary characters caught in a fight against dark forces.
