Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra

I just finished watching Lokah, and honestly, it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It is rare to come across a movie that keeps you hooked from the very first frame till the end credits, but this one absolutely did that. The film was not only entertaining, but it also managed to give a sense of scale and excitement that I have hardly seen in Malayalam cinema before.

The cinematography is one of the biggest highlights. Every frame feels rich, detailed, and thoughtfully crafted. It makes you want to pause and just take in the visuals. The music is another strong point, it builds tension when required, gives goosebumps in the right places, and adds so much to the overall energy of the film. Together, the visuals and sound carry the audience on a thrilling ride.

The cameos deserve a special mention. They were surprising, powerful, and had the whole theatre buzzing. It was one of those moments that makes you cheer as a fan, and it was handled perfectly without feeling forced.

The villain is also extremely well-written and acted. A strong villain is what makes a hero shine brighter, and Lokah gets that balance spot on. The presence, dialogue, and performance all left a lasting impression.

More than anything, what stood out to me was how ambitious this film felt. It is not just another movie, it feels like a milestone. The scale, the creativity, and the way it has been put together really push the Malayalam film industry to another level. It shows what is possible when vision and execution come together so well.

Overall, Lokah is a must-watch. It is thrilling, grand, and incredibly entertaining. For me, this is "levels."

Lokah is a successful confluence of fervent storytelling and brilliant technical filmmaking. The audience along with the characters get thrust into a surreal fray where fact meets fiction and reality converges with myth. The narrative is set around the titular character of Chandra who most certainly isn't what meets the eye and conceals an arcane past. Who or What is she ? Who's she with or against ? How and when does ground reality merge with tales of lore. How do the other characters gel into this cacophony? All these queries and a bit more form the basic crux.

The film presents the world-within to the audience by recounting legends familiar via folk lores and juxtaposing them with characters from the modern time thereby encapsulating both wonder and nostalgia. Filmmaking prowess of the crew is in full display with alluring visuals and enthralling background score, supported by strong writing and entertaining action set pieces. The cast also does commendable jobs with their roles. The film throughout keeps everyone wanting more from this tale and the third act and climax leaves the audience into hoping for further chapters.

The final fight of the penultimate action piece involving the main character should have been done better with more robust editing and better camera angling considering the ones before were better executed. The closure to a sub plot felt rushed. The humour in this film though doesn't feel forced is plenty, considering the serious undertone the story otherwise aims to put forth .

Also the film for some reason is presented in the aspect ratio of 1:90:1 which thereby pillarboxes the film in most screens outside of Flat and Digital IMAX ones. Considering this film doesn't have an IMAX rendering ,and that flat screens are so few in the region, this presentation felt unaccounted for. Albeit; this film definitely warrants a Cinema Theater experience.

REVIEW BY SATANIK DEY FROM ARAMBAG,WEST BENGAL

DirectOR smoothly directed this flim,,, story telling is just woow it's hold your eyes till the end,,,Kalyani's work in this film is just woow,,, this is the top superhero film in India's cinema history,,, cinematography is just superb,,, makeup,,,is good The main power of this film is VFX THE VFX ARE OUTSTANDING,,,ALL TEAM WORKS PERFECTLY ON IT acting is superb OVERALL RATING IS 10/10.

Lokah - Chapter 1: Chandra is proof that you don't need a massive budget to create a true superhero spectacle. Dominic Arun's direction and Dulquer Salmaan's backing bring a fresh, daring vision to the screen-and it lands.

The world-building is rich and immersive, blending myth and modern day in a way that feels both rooted and futuristic. The action sequences are gripping, and the visuals-thanks to Nimish Ravi's striking cinematography and Jithu Sebastian's art direction-look nothing short of world-class. Jakes Bejoy's background score pulses through the film, keeping the energy high from start to finish.

At the heart of it all is Kalyani Priyadarshan, who completely owns the role and wears the cape as India's first female superhero. She brings strength, charm, and depth to Chandra in a way that makes you root for her instantly. Naslen, Arun Kurian, Chandu Salim kumar, Sandy, Vijayaraghavan, Nishanth Sagar and the rest of the supporting cast deliver strong performances and keep the momentum alive. The humour was organic, never forced, and balances the heavier moments beautifully. The surprise cameos had my theatre erupting-what a brilliant casting!

In the end, Lokah - Chapter 1: Chandra demonstrates that vision, craft, and commitment can outweigh sheer budget. It is not only a bold first step in an ambitious superhero universe but also a reminder that Malayalam cinema continues to redefine the boundaries of what Indian films can achieve. With works like this, it's clear that Mollywood is on its right path to becoming the face of Indian cinema.

Extraordinary movie making Unique storyline Excellent Direction Excellent 📷 work Good acting from all especially Neslen and Kalyani.

Overall Lokah stands out as an unprecedented cinematic journey from Malayalam cinema industry, leaving a lasting impact that will be remembered for years to come.

Must watch movie in theatre.