Waiting for Lokah OTT release? Stream Kalyani Priyadarshan’s 5 must-watch films right now

Young Malayalam actress Kalyani Priyadarshan shot to instant fame when her film Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra became a phenomenal success. Lokah, which also stars Naslen, is set to make its digital premiere on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium, but a release date has not been announced. As you wait for Lokah OTT release, here are other Kalyani Priyadarshan movies to watch on OTTplay Premium

Lokah star Kalyani Priyadarshan’s films on OTT

Hridayam

Hridayam is a 2024 hit Malayalam film, which stars Pranav Mohanlal in the lead role of Arun. Helmed by actor-filmmaker Vineeth Sreenivasan, the film follows Arun as he finds love in college, only to lose it soon afterwards which throws his life off the tracks. But he later finds stability, follows a career in photography and eventually meets Nithya. Kalyani Priyadarshan plays the bubbly Nithya and fans really loved watching Kalyani-Pranav Mohanlal as a romantic pair.

Bro Daddy

For the Malayalam film Bro Daddy, Kalyani teamed up with actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran and superstar Mohanlal. She plays Anna, who is in a live-in relationship with Eesho (Prithviraj), the son of John (Mohanlal). Two close families are at the centre of this fun film, with the twist added by some unexpected pregnancies. Bro Daddy promises a light-hearted watch during the weekend. Meena, Lalu Alex, Kaniha, Jagadish, and Mallika Sukumaran play other supporting roles.

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Varane Avashyamund

Kalyani Priyadarshan Nikki is on the lookout for the perfect man to tie the knot but would prefer an arranged marriage. Her single mother Neena is a French tutor and a romantic at heart. The film follows their life in an apartment in Chennai and their interactions with the various other tenants. While Kalyani Priyadarshan and Shobana play the mother-daughter, Dulquer Salmaan and Suresh Gopi appear as other residents of the flat who have an impact on their lives too.

Antony

The film revolves around the titular Antony who ends up murdering Xavier, the father of college student Ann. After certain incidents, Antony agrees to protect Ann, who is also pretty aggressive. The film follows how they strike a bond and change each other’s lives. Noted actor Joju George plays Antony with Kalyani in the lead role of Ann. Before playing superwoman in Lokah, we saw Kalyani flexing her muscle and dropping some hard punches in Antony.

Maanaadu

The youth Khaliq's casual journey to attend a marriage goes awry when he learns of a plot to assassinate the Chief Minister of the state. Priyadarshan plays Seetha Lakshmi, whom he meets on the way. The film adds sci-fi elements as Khaliq finds himself trapped in a time loop.

FAQs

Q. Is Lokah released in OTT?

A. No, Lokah has not been released on OTT. Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra will soon stream on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium.

Q. What are new releases on OTT?

A. The new releases include high-stakes crime thrillers like the Indian procedurals Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas. Other major titles are the horror sequel Final Destination 6: Bloodlines, Culpa Nuestra (Our Fault), Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali, Elumale, Kishkindhapuri and Madam Sengupta. All these titles are available under various OTTplay Premium subscription plans.

Q. Is Lokah a hit?

A. Yes, Lokah is a blockbuster hit. The Kalyani Priyadarshan film became the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever, and also entered the Rs 300 crore club.