Mollywood

5 days ago

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Tovino Thomas' Lokah Chapter 2 Officially Announced With A Special Promo

Kochi, September 27 - Producer Dulquer Salmaan's superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, has turned out to be a mammoth box office success with a gross collection of over 280 crores worldwide. The movie, directed by Dominic Arun, is Malayalam cinema's biggest grosser of all time. On Saturday (September 27), the makers officially announced Lokah Chapter 2, which will be headlined by Tovino Thomas, who, along with Dulquer Salmaan, made cameo appearances in the first part. The announcement was made through a special video, which is intriguing and has set the stage for bigger things to come. In a nearly three-minute-long video featuring Tovino Thomas as Michael/Chathan and Dulquer Salmaan as Charlie/Odiyan, the duo are discussing their characters in a fun conversation. When Charlie describes Michael as a "boring" person, as he always remains drunk, the latter disagrees with it and says he is a fun guy, and that his and his 389 brothers' basic trait is drinking alcohol. Chathan then points to the 'They live among us' book, mentioning how the first chapter was about Kalliyankattu Neeli, whom he calls his girl, and shared that the second part will be about him. He reveals that his brother is violent, not 'fun' like him, as he claims he's after him and Moothon (voiced by Mammootty). When he asks Charlie if he would come in case of any help, he rejects, stating he wouldn't want to interfere in Chathan's family issues. After a small disagreement, Michael says he would bring Charlie even if he doesn't want to come. Dominic Arun will return to write and direct Chapter 2. The filming is expected to begin by the end of this year or early next year. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

11 days ago

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Dulquer Salmaan Clears The Air Over Lokah OTT Release

Kochi, September 21 - Malayalam star and producer Dulquer Salmaan has put an end to the swirling speculations around Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra's digital release. There have been rumours about the OTT release of the superhero blockbuster, which is running riot at the box office. Dulquer, who has produced Lokah under his banner Wayfarer Films, took to social media to dismiss the ongoing rumours, making it clear that the film isn't arriving on any OTT platform anytime soon. He urged fans to ignore the fake news and instead wait for official updates from the makers. "Lokah isn't coming to OTT anytime soon. Ignore the fake news and stay tuned for official announcements! #Lokah #WhatstheHurry," Dulquer wrote, emphasising that the theatrical run is far from over. The film, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead, continues to perform strongly at the box office even weeks after release. Lokah isn't coming to OTT anytime soon. Ignore the fake news and stay tuned for official announcements! #Lokah #WhatstheHurry— Dulquer Salmaan (@dulQuer) September 21, 2025 Lokah has already become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time and also achieved a rare triple in Malayalam cinema by grossing over 100 crores in Kerala alone, along with 100 crores in the overseas market and 50 crores in the rest of India. With its theatrical momentum still intact, fans will have to be patient before the much-anticipated digital premiere is confirmed. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

19 days ago

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Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah Triumphs Overseas Box Office; Tops 100 Crore

Kochi, September 13 - Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero saga Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra continues to run riot at the worldwide box office. The Dominic Arun directorial is on its way to becoming the second-highest-grossing Malayalam film worldwide by the end of this weekend. While Lokah continues to triumph at the global box office, it has registered yet another historic milestone by becoming only the second Malayalam film of all time to top 100 crores gross collection overseas, reaching there on its 16th day. Malayalam giant Mohanlal's political action thriller Empuraan is currently the number 1 overseas grosser with over 142 crores gross collection. Lokah, even though it might not emerge as the number 1 Malayalam overseas grosser, the film has enough stamina left to come close to Empuraan, which is remarkable. The pre-release buzz and strong word of mouth propelled Lokah to a sensational opening worldwide, followed by strong legs during the weekdays. While the domestic collections had already soared past 100 crore, the film's international reception has been equally impressive. It has performed best in the Middle East, which has historically been the strongest international market for Malayalam cinema. At the worldwide box office, the first film in Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Cinematic Universe has grossed approximately 225 crores, including 123.50+ crores gross domestically. It will cross Thudarum (235+ crores worldwide) and Manjummel Boys (241+ crores) by the end of the third weekend, and become the second biggest Mollywoog grosser of all-time. Currently, Mohanlal's Empuraan (267 crores) is the number one, and Lokah will look to take down this coming days to claim the historic top spot. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

22 days ago

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Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra Enters Elite Box Office Club of 200 Crore Worldwide In 13 Days

Kochi, September 10 – Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero spectacle Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is proving to be a once-in-a-generation box office phenomenon in Malayalam cinema. The Dominic Arun directorial has shattered all expectations by entering the 200 crore worldwide box office club in just 13 days. After opening to rave reviews, the film has maintained extraordinary momentum both domestically and internationally. In Kerala alone, the movie is drawing record footfalls, while in overseas markets like the Middle East, North America, and Europe, it continues to post stunning numbers. Crossing the 200 crore milestone is a rare feat for Malayalam cinema, and Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has done it with remarkable speed, becoming the second fastest to do so after Mohanlal's Empuraan. Overall, it is the fourth Malayalam film ever to breach this milestone, after Empuraan, Thudarum, and Manjummel Boys. As has been reported earlier, the trade believes the film has the potential to go much further, with family audiences and youngsters flocking to theatres in large numbers even after weekends. With no major competition on the horizon, the movie is expected to extend its dream run well into its third week and beyond. It is still a long way to go, but Lokah stands a genuine chance to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film by crossing Empuraan (267 crores), while also having an outside opportunity to become the first Mollywood film to reach 300 crores worldwide. The success of Lokah marks a watershed moment for regional cinema, showing how strong storytelling backed by visionary filmmaking can transcend linguistic and geographical barriers. This has opened new doors for Malayalam cinema, and particularly for the superhero genre. As the first chapter of what promises to be an ambitious franchise from Dulquer Salmaan's production, Chandra has set the stage for even bigger box office fireworks in the future. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

24 days ago

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Overseas Box Office: Kalyani Priyadarshan's Lokah Joins Mohanlal's Thudarum and Empuraan in $10 Million Club

Kochi, September 8 - Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has achieved a remarkable milestone at the overseas box office. Dominic Arun's directorial is wreaking havoc in the international markets, and has topped $10 million gross collection in just 11 days. With this feat, Dulquer Salmaan's production has placed itself among the rare Malayalam films to touch such numbers internationally. The film's overseas performance is particularly significant as it has joined the elite club of Malayalam movies led by Mohanlal's Empuraan and Thudarum in the $10 million club. Before 2025, not a single Malayalam film reached $10 million overseas box office milestone, and now, the industry has three titles in the coveted club. In 11 days, it has grossed 91 crores ($10.3+ million). Superstar Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan is currently the highest-grossing Mollywood film with 124.50 crores ($13.75+ million), followed by his Thudarum with 94 crores ($10.50+ million). Industry experts attribute the movie's success to its universal appeal, a strong narrative rooted in mythological fantasy, and Kalyani's standout performance, which has received glowing reviews. The film was made on a budget of 30 crores, which is comparatively very low than the average movie of Bollywood, Kollywood, and Tollywood. Meanwhile, at the worldwide box office, Lokah is nearing 200 crores gross. It has grossed approximately 185+ crores through the second weekend (11 days). It will cross the milestone in a day or two, and then will begin its race to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film, while having a real shot at becoming the first 300 crores Mollywood blockbuster of all time. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

30 days ago

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The Future of Superhero Lokah Franchise Revealed: Promises To Be An Epic Conclusion

Kochi, September 2 - The Malayalam cinema has its own Marvellous beginning of the superhero franchise, Lokah. The first part of the series, Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, was released recently amid glowing reviews, which led the movie to do wonders at the box office. Directed by Dominic Arun, Chandra has set the box office on fire, and scored the third biggest opening weekend ever for Malayalam cinema with 66 crores gross collection worldwide. This is by far the biggest Mollywood opening for a female-led title, and also for the superhero genre, which, anyway, is largely unexplored. Chandra featured post-credit scenes, featuring Dulquer Salmaan, who is also the producer of the film, and Tovino Thomas, as both will lead the next chapters of the franchise. As the anticipation is now all-time high for what will be going to unfold in the Lokah universe, the details regarding its future have been revealed. During the recent interview, cinematographer Nimish Ravi reportedly revealed that Lokah will be a five-part epic saga, where each film will be bigger than the last one. He also revealed that the director has already locked the stories for all five movies, which means the next film in the franchise will start rolling soon. Going by Ravi's words, Lokah will have a Marvel-esque conclusion where the heroes of the Lokah universe are likely to fight the main villain of it. If people are wondering who could be the main villain, he revealed that right from the opening scene of Chandra, there is a hidden clue about the ultimate villain of the series. With the astonishing success of Chandra, it is needless to say that the sky will be the limit for the next film. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

31 days ago

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Lokah Worldwide Box Office Day 4: Kalyani Priyadarshan's Superhero Saga Takes Flight With Blockbuster Weekend

Kochi, September 1 - The Malayalam superhero spectacle Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen, has a massive extended opening weekend at the worldwide box office. Directed by Dominic Arun, the film has struck gold with audiences, setting new benchmarks for Malayalam cinema. On Sunday (Day 4), Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films production registered its biggest day yet in India, grossing over 11.50 crores, a remarkable jump that highlighted its growing momentum. This pushed the film's domestic total to approximately 28.25+ crores gross, which is among the all-time biggest for Malayalam cinema. The superhero drama has also been a massive hit overseas. With consecutive 20+ crore worldwide days, the film's overall tally now stands at 65+ crores worldwide after its extended four-day opening weekend. If the current estimates hold, Lokah will comfortably rank among the top 5 biggest Malayalam openers of all time, joining an elite list of top stars' blockbusters that have elevated the industry's stature in the global market. Lokah's impressive box office run signals a new chapter for Malayalam cinema, proving that the industry can deliver large-scale, globally appealing spectacles while retaining strong storytelling. Kalyani Priyadarshan’s turn as a superheroine has struck a chord with both youth and family audiences, while Dominic Arun's direction, Jakes Bejoy's BGM and Dulquer Salmaan's production vision have been widely praised. What is Next For Lokah Chapter 1? After the massive opening weekend, which has taken the trade, including the distributors, by surprise, the sky is the limit for the superhero film. It has turned into a box office phenomenon that isn't going to stop anytime soon. The advances for Monday are super strong and better than the opening day. With the current trend, the film is very likely to enter the 100 crores club worldwide in the opening week itself. All eyes will be on what happens next after it achieves this inevitable milestone. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

35 days ago

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Hridayapoorvam vs Lokah Chapter 1 Box Office Day 1: Mohanlal's Family Drama Wins Opening As Kalyani Priyadarshan's Superhero Saga Emerges As Dark Horse

Kochi, August 28 - The Malayalam film industry has its moment, once again, as two of its most-anticipated films - Hridayapoorvam and Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra - open big at the box office during the Onam holiday period, despite clashing against each other on the same day and date. The Mollywood industry normally doesn't indulge in the box office clashes, but to get the advantage of the Onam holidays, superstar Mohanlal's family comedy drama Hridayapoorvam was pitched against Kalyani Priyadarshan's superhero film Lokah, and the gamble seems to have worked as both films open with positive reception and solid openings at the box office. The opening day battle is won by the Mohanlal-starrer, which has scored 3.80 crores gross collection in India and 8.35 crores worldwide. However, the movie got tough competition from Lokah, which looks like going to be a major box office winner. Despite clashing with the Malayalam titan, the first instalment in the filmmaker Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Cinematic Universe has taken a very good start of around 3.15 crores gross in India and over 6.50 crores worldwide. The critics' reviews and audience reception for Lokah are super positive, and seeing the opening day box office trajectory, it is going to rule the opening extended Onam weekend domestically, especially in Kerala. If early signs are anything to go by, the Kalyani Priyadarshan-fronted superhero saga could emerge as a big blockbuster in the long run. Trade experts note that while Hridayapoorvam has secured a bigger opening day tally, the sustainability of Lokah Chapter 1 could shift the momentum as the weekend progresses, as the superhero genre can explode if audience reception is on the positive side. Chandra has the potential to grow stronger in the coming days, much like earlier cult successes in regional cinema. Stay tuned...

Mollywood

35 days ago

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Lokah Chapter 1 - Chandra Box Office Preview: Kalyani Priyadarshan's Superhero Saga Aims To Achieve What Minnal Murali Missed

Kochi, August 28 - The Malayalam cinema is ready to strike again, and this time, in the most unfamiliar territory, superhero, with Kalyani Priyadarshan-fronted Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra. Indian superhero space has always been a tricky one, unlike Hollywood, which churns out global blockbusters. Here, we have only seen a handful of attempts in the genre, and when it comes to Malayalam, the examples are minimal. Before Lokah, the Mollywood industry had a chance to shine at the box office with Tovino Thomas' Minnal Murali (2021) in the superhero genre, but the makers' reluctance and lack of patience amid the growing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic didn't let that chance become a reality. Director Basil Joseph's film stood tall as a genuine masterpiece — a film that blended local flavour with superhero spectacle. Yet, despite the critical acclaim and the public approval, Minnal Murali never had the chance to prove itself at the box office, owing to its direct-to-digital release on Netflix during the pandemic. Well, the Mollywood, widely regarded as the content factory, has another opportunity to strike gold at the box office with a superhero, and this is where Lokah Chapter 1 – Chandra steps in. Headlined by Kalyani Priyadarshan, the film is already drawing attention as one of the most ambitious superhero outings in Mollywood. The initial word of mouth of the film is highly positive, with early audiences praising its ambitious universe that blends entertainment with heroism beautifully. It is the first instalment in the planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe, from filmmaker Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films. Lokah managed to score decent advances of around 1 crore for the opening day, and seeing the early reception, the superhero film is in for a blockbuster ride at the box office. The movie is already seeing a surge in advance sales for the evening and night shows, putting itslef on course to take a very good opening domestically. For Kalyani Priyadarshan, Lokah could be a career-defining moment. While she has impressed in various roles across Malayalam and Tamil cinema, stepping into the shoes of a superhero puts her in a rare league, especially as one of the few female leads spearheading a superhero saga in Indian cinema. Stay tuned...

Digital Media

74 days ago

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Top 10 Most Watched Indian Films (Theatrical) On Netflix of All Time: SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' Tops

Mumbai, July 20 - Netflix has been a home for most of the top Indian movies after their theatrical runs for the last few years. The streamer has had a mixed bag of success with Indian titles, as some of the films that were bought at huge prices didn't attract much viewership, while there were some expected hits on the platform. ## Here are the top 10 most watched Indian films (theatrical) on Netflix, according to Filmy View - ## 1. RRR (2022, Telugu) – 43.65M (only Hindi) ## Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, RRR is a fictionalised tale of two real-life Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Jr. NTR). Packed with electrifying action, patriotic fervour, and stunning visuals, it struck a chord with global audiences. After the mega blockbuster success at the box office with over 1200 crores gross worldwide, the film's Netflix release run drew massive international attention, becoming a cultural phenomenon. ## 2. Jawan (2023, Hindi) – 31.90M ## Superstar Shah Rukh Khan-fronted Jawan, directed by Atlee, is a stylised vigilante action thriller that blends mass appeal with socio-political commentary. It was a huge theatrical success with a worldwide collection of over 1000 crores, and that momentum carried over to Netflix, where fans around the world praised its high-octane action, dual role twist, and SRK's powerful screen presence, along with a strong female ensemble and iconic soundtrack, which added to its rewatch value. ## 3. Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022, Hindi) – 29.64M ## Gangubai Kathiawadi was one of the first Bollywood films, with Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi, which brought audiences back to theatres post the COVID-19 pandemic. A powerful biopic, starring Alia Bhatt in the title role and directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi follows the journey of a woman who rises from forced prostitution to become a formidable brothel madam and activist in Mumbai. The film grossed over 200 crores worldwide and also drew big viewership on Netflix globally. ## 4. Laapataa Ladies (2023, Hindi) – 29.50M ## Directed by Kiran Rao, Laapataa Ladies is a heartwarming and socially insightful comedy-drama set in rural India, which revolves around two newlywed brides mistakenly swapped during a train journey. It was a decent success at the box office and turned into a big success on Netflix. ## 5. Animal (2023, Hindi) – 29.2M ## An A-rated gritty action-drama exploring a troubled father-son relationship, Animal features Ranbir Kapoor in a dark, intense, and violent role unlike anything in his career. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film was a huge blockbuster at the box office with over 900 crores gross collection globally. It was released with an extended cut on Netflix. ## 6. Crew (2024, Hindi) – 27.2M ## A heist comedy starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon as flight attendants who get caught in an unexpected twist of fortune and fraud. Crew delivered a fresh genre mix of female camaraderie, satire, and suspense, resonating with a wide demographic and pushing strong digital viewership post-release. It was a success at the box office. ## 7. Maharaja (2024, Tamil) – 27.10M ## Starring Vijay Sethupathi, Maharaja is a gripping revenge thriller about a barber seeking justice for the mysterious loss of something he calls Lakshmi. The film's dark, layered screenplay and emotional resonance made it a standout sleeper hit on Netflix. Before that, it was a big box office blockbuster with around 200 crores worldwide, including around 100 crores collection from China. ## 8. Fighter (2024, Hindi) – 26.30M ## Directed by Siddharth Anand, Fighter is touted to be India's first aerial action film. It pairs Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone as elite Air Force pilots taking on terrorism. With slick action choreography, patriotic elements, and VFX-heavy dogfights, it became a major Netflix draw after a decent theatrical run, especially with fans of high-octane war thrillers. ## 9. Lucky Bhaskar (2024, Telugu) – 26.30M ## A fictionalised account of a modest bank employee who uncovers a massive financial fraud, Lucky Bhaskar blends real-world tension with a heist-like thriller format. Starring Dulquer Salmaan, the movie was a blockbuster success at both theatrically and digitally. ## 10. Shaitaan (2024, Hindi) – 24M ## A supernatural thriller starring Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Jyothika, Shaitaan explores black magic and demonic possession within a family drama. Its fast-paced narrative and eerie tension made it a box office hit and one of the most-watched horror thrillers on Netflix. ## Stay tuned...

Mollywood

166 days ago

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Mohanlal's 'Empuraan' Total Business Details Revealed

Mumbai, April 19 - Superstar Mohanlal's action thriller L2: Empuraan is nearing its box office run but not before creating history for Malayalam cinema. The movie has emerged as the highest-grossing Mollywood film ever. ## Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film has grossed 266+ crores at the worldwide box office so far. In India, it has minted around 124 crores gross, while overseas collection is around 142 crores. L2 is the biggest Malayalam grosser at the domestic as well as overseas box office, while it will finish as the second biggest grosser in Kerala, behind 2018. ## Meanwhile, the makers have revealed that the total business of Empuraan is 325 crores, which includes theatrical and non-theatrical business (so far). There have been rumours that the film's OTT and satellite rights were sold for 100 crores, but the latest update from the makers reveals that non-theatrical rights are not more than 60 crores.## The non-theatrical rights of the movie are said to be the second highest ever for a Malayalam film, behind Dulquer Salmaan's King of Kotha. The political controversy around the movie has put a dent in Empuraan's OTT rights otherwise, it could have scored the biggest deal. ## Empuraan is produced by Aashirvad Cinemas in association with Sree Gokulam Movies. It is the second instalment in the Lucifer trilogy, which stars Mohanlal, alongside an ensemble cast including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Abhimanyu Singh, Manju Warrier, and Tovino Thomas, among others in key roles.## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

228 days ago

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Tamil Star Suriya Returns To Telugu Cinema To Headline Venky Atluri's Next

Hyderabad, February 16 - Tamil star Suriya is set to make his return to Tollywood after 15 years to headline a straight Telugu movie. The actor did Ram Gopal Varma's political action thriller Rakta Charitra 2 (2010) which was a Telugu and Hindi bilingual movie. ## According to the latest Telugu media reports, the Singam star will team up with director Venky Atluri to do a direct Telugu movie which will be produced by Naga Vamsi under the banner of Sithara Entertainment. The shoot for the same is expected to commence in May this year. ## While the exact details of the project are not known yet, it is said that the upcoming film will be a heist thriller. The technical crew which worked for Atluri's last movie, Dulquer Salmaan-fronted Lucky Baskhar is likely to reunite for this Suriya film. Bhagyashri Borse is reportedly playing the female lead while GV Prakash Kumar will score the music.## Suriya is currently shooting for RJ Balaji's Tamil movie and he will jump to Atluri's next immediately after wrapping it up. There are reports that the actor may do one more Telugu movie which is likely to be produced by Geetha Arts. ## The actor, meanwhile, will next be seen in director Karthik Subbaraj's much-awaited romantic action movie Retro which is scheduled to be released on May 1 this year. It is one of the most-anticipated Tamil movies of the year and is being seen as a big comeback movie for the actor.## Stay tuned...