The Malayalam movie Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, which has gotten a lot of appreciation, will be available to view on Netflix on September 26, 2025. The movie, which came out in theaters on August 28, has gotten a lot of attention for its mix of mythology, folklore, and action that happens in the present.
Chandra’s Story: A Yakshi in the Present Day
The movie tells us about Chandra, a character who is connected to the ancient and powerful Yakshi ghost Kalliyankattu Neeli. The narrative starts with Chandra working in a cafe. She finds out she has supernatural powers when she saves her companions from a group that is smuggling organs. The trailer shows that she is the immortal Yakshi Neeli, who has a sad background. The movie follows her as she fights evil supernatural powers and corrupt authorities. It also sets up a bigger movie universe.
The Cast, Crew, and Critical Acclaim
Kalyani Priyadarshan plays the main character, Chandra. There are also a lot of great supporting actors in the movie, like Naslen K. Gafoor, Arun Kurian, Nishanth Sagar, and Sandy. Famous actors like Tovino Thomas, Sunny Wayne, Mammootty, and Dulquer Salmaan make special guest appearances that add to the star power.
Since it came out, the movie has gotten a lot of accolades for its acting, music, and ambitious world-building. Critics have praised its creative direction, and audiences have made it a hit, as shown by its high IMDb score of 8.3 out of 10.
People who want to watch the movie will need to have an active Netflix account.