Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, a Malayalam superhero film, became the highest-grossing in the genre, earning over ₹270 crore worldwide in under a month.

The Malayalam film Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan, has become the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever, earning over ₹270 crore worldwide in under a month. Starring Kalyani Priyadarshan as a female superhero entangled in a crime ring, the film has defied typical South Indian release patterns by avoiding an early OTT debut, with Salmaan confirming no streaming plans are imminent. Fans and industry figures have praised the extended theatrical run, supporting the decision to prioritize cinema halls. The film, part of a planned five-part franchise, has received acclaim for its storytelling, visuals, and bold representation of a female lead in a genre traditionally dominated by men.