Kalyani Priyadarshan becomes Malayalam’s first female superhero

Arjun Ramachandran

Sep 02, 2025

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Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has become the talk of the town. The Malayalam film, featuring Kalyani Priyadarshan as a female superhero named Chandra, has turned out to be a superhit.

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It is undoubtedly a proud moment for the makers, who have introduced a female superhero and laid the foundation for the Lokah Cinematic Universe, which will feature more films.

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The story of the movie is set in the modern world. Kalyani Priyadarshan plays the role of Chandra, a female superhero, the main character. 

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Chandra’s backstory is one of the film’s major highlights, drawing inspiration from Malayalam folktales that feature spirits and vampires. 

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Kalyani Priyadarshan has made history as the first female superhero in Malayalam cinema, with the film showcasing some spectacular action sequences. 

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As Chandra, she soars between buildings, fights like a professional, and displays supernatural powers.

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However, she is not a typical superhero who saves the world, as seen in DC or Marvel films. Instead, she battles dark forces that stand in her way.