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Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra: Makers thank this renowned lyricist for suggesting the franchise's name

The name 'Lokah' was proposed by famed Malayalam lyricist Vinayak Sasikumar for the franchise, according to the fantasy thriller's makers' latest post on social media.

Gayathri Krishna
Sep 15, 2025
Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra: Makers thank this renowned lyricist for suggesting the franchise's name
Vinayak Sasikumar and Poster of Lokah

Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra, the most recent Malayalam film, is hitting major box office earnings milestones every day. Through media interactions and social media, the film's creators are revealing minor yet important facts about the fantasy thriller. According to their latest post, the name Lokah was proposed by famed Malayalam lyricist Vinayak Sasikumar for the franchise.

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Vinayak Sasikamar's contribution in Lokah

In an Instagram post, the film's producers acknowledged Vinayak's involvement in the fantasy thriller's title. "Thank you Vinayak Sasikumar for Suggesting Lokah. The title that perfectly captures the franchise's spirit! An invitation to a new World, they wrote. The lyricist has also penned the soundtrack 'Shoka Mookam' of this movie."

Vinayak is well-known for his several blockbusters in recent Malayalam films, including Marco, Bheeshma Parvam, Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, and L2: Empuraan. His works in Aavesham starring Fahadh Faasil, which featured songs like "Galatta" and "Illuminati," won plaudits from viewers all over the world.

Also Read: Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra: Who is Dulquer Salmaan’s Odiyan in this fantasy thriller?

Lokah surpasses Thudarum's BO collection

According to Sacnilk's reports, the film has made a total of Rs 236.5 crore worldwide. After 18 days at the box office, the Dominic Arun-directed film broke the record of Mohanlal's 2025 thriller, Thudarum which is now streaming on JioHotstar and OTTplay Premium in multiple languages. Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran's L2 Empuraan is currently in first place, having made an incredible Rs 266.81 crore at the box office this year.

Due to their huge audience effect, Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra, which starred Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen in important roles, is currently in the spotlight after surpassing Premalu and Manjummel Boys' box office profits in the Telugu states last year. Prior to its OTT release, it is anticipated that this movie will soon cross the Rs 300 crore milestone in global box office receipts. Many people saw the film on the big screen several times after its premiere because of the positive reviews and the increasing buzz created by the celebrities' appreciation posts online.

Also Read: Lokah Chapter 1- Chandra: Who is the infamous Kalliyankattu Neeli played by Kalyani Priyadarshan?

FAQs

Q. Who is the superhero played by Kalyani Priyadarshan?
A. Kalyani Priyadarshan plays a superhero character named Chandra in Lokah.
Q. Who is Dulquer Salmaan playing Lokah Chapter 1?
A. South star Dulquer Salmaan is Odiyan in this fantasy thriller.
Q. Who is Tovino Thomas playing Lokah Chapter 1?
A. Tovino Thomas is playing Chathan in Lokah Chapter 1.
Q: When will Lokah release?
A: Lokah had a theatrical release on August 28.

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