Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films’ bold venture, “Lokah” – is creating a new chapter in Indian cinema
Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films’ “Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra” has been a huge success and has been received enthusiastically by audiences all over the world. This is the seventh film produced under the Wayfarer Films banner. This Malayalam film, which is made on par with world standards, is receiving praise from all quarters beyond the borders of Kerala. Not only the film, but also Dulquer Salmaan and Wayfarer Films are receiving praise.
Making the film with high-end technology, focusing on a female character and telling the story on such a large canvas is something that has never been done in Malayalam cinema. With this, Dulquer has taken a very bold and far-sighted decision. This is considered a unique development in the history of Malayalam cinema. With this, a new superhero cinematic universe has been started. Wayfarer Films has become a force that breaks boundaries and takes Malayalam cinema to the world. Although it has given many great films to Malayalam fans before, this banner has reached a new milestone with “Lokah”. This bold attempt by Dulquer Salmaan is a turning point in the history of Indian cinema. Dulquer’s contribution not only as an actor but also as a producer will remain in history forever through Loka.
The main highlight of the film is director Dominic Arun. The imagination and artistry he has displayed as a director and writer has amazed everyone. The visuals given by cinematographer Nimish Ravi are of world class to the point of raising the question of whether this is really a Malayalam film. Production designer Banglan and art director Jithu Sebastian have created a wonderful, colorful, and mysterious world for this film. Music composer Jakes Bejoy has provided rhythm, thrill and emotional depth through his background score. Chaman Sako’s sharp editing and action-packed fight sequences by Yannick Ben are seen as the main features of the film.
The film is receiving a lot of attention in Kerala and internationally. It is also going strong at the box office. Kalyani Priyadarshan, who plays the lead role, is receiving a lot of praise for his outstanding performance. Along with him, actors like Nazlen, Sandy, Sandhu Salim Kumar, Arun Kurian, Vijayaraghavan, Sarath Sabha and many other special appearances have also grabbed the attention of the audience. Loka, which was released as the first part of a diversified cinematic universe, has established a strong foundation in the hearts of the fans.
Executive Producers – Jom Varghese, Bipin Perumpalli
Additional Screenplay – Shanthi Balachandran
Make-up – Ronax Xavier
Costume Design – Melvi J, Archana Rao
Stills – Rohit K Suresh, Amal K Sadar
Production Controllers – Rini Diwakar, Vinosh Kaimol
Chief Associate – Sujith Suresh
Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films’ Daring Step – Lokah Writes a New Chapter in Indian Cinema
Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films production “Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra” has been wholeheartedly embraced by audiences worldwide. This is the seventh film produced under the Wayfarer banner. Crafted to meet global standards, this Malayalam film has crossed the borders of Kerala to earn widespread acclaim, with applause directed not only at the film but also at Dulquer Salmaan and Wayfarer Films for their vision.
By producing a film with such technical perfection, and by placing a female character at its very center to narrate a story on such a massive canvas—something never before seen in Malayalam cinema—Dulquer has taken an extraordinary step forward. It can be described as one of the boldest and far-sighted decisions ever made by a Malayalam producer. With this, a new Superhero Cinematic Universe has begun, positioning Wayfarer Films as a catalyst for Malayalam cinema to break barriers and expand beyond boundaries. Known for gifting Malayalam audiences with remarkable films earlier, the banner has now set a milestone in the industry with Lokah. Dulquer Salmaan’s daring step through this film is now being etched into the history of Indian cinema itself. Not just as an actor, but also as a producer, Dulquer’s contribution to Malayalam cinema will forever be read alongside the history being written through Lokah.
Equally noteworthy is the name Dominic Arun. As a director and writer, he has brilliantly visualized and executed the film, astonishing audiences with his craft. Cinematographer Nimish Ravi has delivered visuals of such stunning quality that one might even question if this could truly be a Malayalam film. Production Designer Banglan and Art Director Jithu Sebastian have magnificently built the fascinating, vibrant, and mysterious world in which the story unfolds. Composer Jakes Bejoy has been praised for the rhythm, thrill, and emotional depth he infused through his background score. Chaman Chacko’s precise editing and Yannick Ben’s adrenaline-pumping action choreography stand out as highlights of the film.
The movie is receiving an overwhelming response both within Kerala and internationally, while also performing impressively at the box office. Kalyani Priyadarshan, who plays the title role, has earned high acclaim for her stellar performance. Alongside her, Naslen, Sandy, Chandu Salim Kumar, Arun Kurian, Vijayaraghavan, Sarath Sabha, and several guest stars have also captured the attention of the audience. As the first installment of a multi-part cinematic universe, Lokah has successfully laid a strong foundation in the hearts of viewers.
Executive Producers – Jom Varghese, Bibin Perumbally, Additional Screenplay – Shanthi Balachandran, Makeup – Ronax Xavier, Costume Designers – Melvy J, Archana Rao, Stills – Rohith K Suresh, Amal K Sadar, Production Controllers – Rini Divakar, Vinosh Kaimol, Chief Associate – Sujith Suresh
