Dulquer Salmaan is all set to redefine the landscape of Malayalam cinema — not just as a celebrated actor, but now as the creative force behind the region’s first homegrown superhero universe. On Saturday, Dulquer took to Instagram to unveil the first-look poster of his upcoming production Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra, a genre-defying venture that marks a bold new chapter for Wayfarer Films.
The poster introduces Kalyani Priyadarshan in a commanding, never-seen-before superhero avatar, signalling a transformative leap in her career. Standing tall against a war-torn backdrop, Kalyani’s character exudes strength, defiance, and a quiet intensity, hinting at both mythic scale and emotional depth. Alongside her, Naslen K. Gafoor is seen in a brooding pose, surrounded by the storm of battle — setting the tone for what promises to be an emotionally charged, high-stakes narrative.
The project — titled Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra — is not just another fantasy-action film. It is envisioned as the cornerstone of a larger cinematic universe inspired by Malayalam culture, folklore, and mythology. This marks Dulquer’s seventh production under Wayfarer Films, and undoubtedly his most ambitious one yet.
Sharing the striking poster, Dulquer wrote on Instagram, “Unveiling Lokah — a world where legends come alive. Chapter One: Chandra. #Lokah #BuildingWorlds #theyliveamongus Stay tuned for updates.”
While the full cast and plot details remain under wraps, Lokah clearly signals a shift — not only for Dulquer as a producer, but for the Malayalam industry at large, which has traditionally steered clear of superhero narratives. With this venture, Dulquer joins a growing list of Indian creatives looking to build indigenous cinematic universes that reflect local cultures while embracing global storytelling formats.
Fans and industry insiders alike are already buzzing about the possibilities. From its scale and star cast to its promise of an interconnected universe, Lokah is poised to be a game-changer — and if this first look is any indication, Malayalam cinema’s superhero moment has well and truly arrived.
Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra is expected to go into production soon, with more details to follow in the coming months.
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