Chennai: Actress Kalyani Priyadarshan, who plays the lead role of Chandra in Malayalam cinema’s first female superhero film 'Lokah – Chapter 1: Chandra', shared an emotional note on Instagram just hours before the film’s release, expressing gratitude to her team.

“To my team,

This wasn’t just a film for any of us. Every single person poured themselves into making Lokah what it is, and I’m lucky that I got to work alongside you all. You’ve seen me at my lowest..when I failed multiple times..when I broke down, when I cried. You’ve also been there, cheering the loudest, when I succeeded or managed to push past something hard. And through all of it, every moment I spent with you was a joy I’ll never forget. You became a family to me, and I’ll always be proud that I got to work with you.,” she wrote on Instagram.

Kalyani also addressed audiences, urging them to experience the film as a story in itself. “Just because we worked like this, it doesn’t mean that you need to like the film for that reason. What we truly hope is that you experience Lokah as a story in itself. And that for two and a half hours, you can leave behind your world and immerse yourself in ours. I hope you’ll understand Chandra the way I was made to. And if I can say one more thing (to safeguard your experience of the film) - Please try and watch without looking for spoilers online. Tomorrow, she is coming. Tomorrow, she belongs to you.”

The film is produced by Dulquer Salmaan’s production house, Wayfarer Films. Dulquer recently introduced the main characters on social media, writing: “Introducing the people of Lokah ! @kalyanipriyadarshan as Chandra, @naslenofficial as Sunny, @chanduveeyyy as Venu @arunthekurian as Naijil & @iamsandy_off as Inspector Nachiappa. Stay tuned for an exciting cinematic experience! #Lokah #theyliveamongus.”

A teaser released by the makers has heightened anticipation, revealing that Chandra possesses legendary superhero powers, including the ability to rise into the air and move faster than a fired bullet. The teaser hints at a historical past for Chandra and shows that Nasien’s character discovers her superhero identity. Tamil dance choreographer and actor Sandy plays a police officer in the film.

Written and directed by Dominic Arun, 'Lokah – Chapter 1: Chandra' features cinematography by Nimish Ravi and editing by Chaman Chakko, and music by Jakes Bejoy. Action sequences are choreographed by Yannick Ben, with additional screenplay and dramaturgy by Santhy Balachandran and art direction by Jithu Sebastian.

 

IANS