Kerala filmmaker Vinayan expressed his happiness over the success of ‘Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra’, directed by Dominic Arun and starring Kalyani Priyadarshan.

Speaking to online media, Vinayan said, “We are entering the era of films like Lokah. For the next few years, it will be Kalyani’s time.”

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When asked if he had watched the film, Vinayan replied in the affirmative and jokingly added, “They stole the story I had in my mind.” He also expressed satisfaction with the film’s reception, saying, “I’m happy with the success of Lokah. The era of films like Loka is beginning now.”

Vinayan also highlighted how the film breaks from old horror concepts. “The traditional horror concept has changed. I wanted to do something like this, especially using a female lead, without following the footsteps of established superstars. Now one such film has been made. I will create another one soon. Loka is exactly the subject I had in mind,” he said.

On casting Kalyani as the lead, he remarked, “Even if I were the director, I would choose Kalyani as the heroine. She is undoubtedly the number one artist. I feel this period will be Kalyani’s time for the next few years.”

'Lokah Chapter 1' was released in theatres on August 28, 2025. The film has garnered praise from critics and viewers after its release.

Made under the banner of Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films, 'Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra' has been written and directed by Dominic Arun.

Actress Kalyani Priyadarshan plays the role of a superhero in the film. Naslen, Chandu Salimkumar, Arun Kurian and Sandy also play prominent roles in the movie.

After the resounding success of 'Lokah Chapter 1', the makers have announced the sequel of the film on Saturday.

Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films, the official production studio of the film, gave fans the first glimpse of 'Lokah Chapter 2' by sharing a video titled 'When Legends Chill: Michaek x Charlie'. The movie is expected to centre around Tovino Thomas's character, Chaatan, in the film.