From engagements and pregnancies to big cinema milestones:South Indian film industry’s joyful 2025 so far
‘Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra’ is the first Malayalam film to introduce a female superhero, released in 2025. Directed by Dominic Arun and backed by Dulquer Salmaan, it stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as Chandra, a mysterious woman with supernatural powers, who uncovers her destiny while battling a dark underworld. The film is hailed for its feminist themes, rich Kerala folklore integration, impressive action sequences, and strong performances, which show a new era in Malayalam cinema with a female-led superhero narrative.
