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The highly talked-about ‘Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra’ has quickly turned heads across the industry. Since its release on August 28, 2025, the female-led South Indian spectacle has sparked waves of discussion. The superhero film is currently the third-highest-grossing Malayalam movie of the year. The premiere hasn’t even stayed confined to Kerala either. It’s already out in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada, which reflects just how determined the makers are to pitch this story to a wider audience. Let’s dive into how its story, cast, visuals, and spotlight come together on screen. About Chandra and the Rise of a Superhero Cinematic Universe Bankrolled by Dulquer Salmaan through his own studio, Wayfarer Films, the movie comes from director Dominic Arun. Designed as the opening entry in the Wayfarer Cinematic Universe, it introduces Mollywood’s first structured attempt at a superhero franchise. Kalyani Priyadarshan takes on the central role of Chandra, laying the foundation for what is intended to be a multi-chapter saga. The lineup feels thoughtfully mixed; there’s Naslen, Arun Kurian, Sandy, Chandu Salimkumar, Raghunath Paleri, Nishanth Sagar, Sarath Sabha, Nithya Shri, and Vijayaraghavan holding the ground. Then viewers have got those fleeting but eye-catching appearances from Dulquer Salmaan, Tovino Thomas, and Sunny Wayne. And, of course, Mammootty’s voice in the narration adds that unmistakable gravitas. Read more: Wednesday Season 2 Part 2: Jenna Ortega Fronts Netflix's Star-Studded Mayhem Defining Superhero Milestone in Mollywood The film distinguishes itself from other large-scale fantasy ventures not with sheer size but with its command over visual language. The pre-interval block is where the film flexes its muscles. Yannick Ben’s stunt direction lands with a kind of sharpness that feels deliberate, every move thought through, nothing tossed in just to dazzle. The camera, guided by Nimish Ravi, keeps pace with that rhythm. At times it stretches wide, letting audiences take in the sweep of the moment, and then suddenly it’s right up close. It catches the smaller beats that stop the action from floating off into spectacle. Meanwhile, Jakes Bejoy’s score threads the whole thing together. He swings between hard-driving, heart-racing bursts and quieter passages that almost sit in the background but keep the tension alive. It feels at home in the superhero world, sure, but it doesn’t just imitate the usual formulas; it carves out a tone that feels distinctly its own. Optimal Sync of Visual Spectacles with Screenplay At its heart, the story follows a young woman who stumbles upon extraordinary powers while still caught in the messiness of her own personal battles. As a dark force rises, she is pushed toward embracing both her power and her fate. Read more: Top 10 Korean Dramas Releasing in September 2025 Dominic Arun does more than just direct here; he also lays down the spine of the story, sharing writing duties with Santhy Balachandran. What they’ve built is not just spectacle but a layered world, folding in immortals, folklore, and present-day anxieties. That mix gives the fantasy a sense of weight, something rooted rather than drifting. At times of surfacing cameos of major stars, they feel stretched, yet they remain tied to the story without completely distracting from Chandra’s arc. Their presence is also designed to feed into later installments, which makes early judgement difficult. What stands out is the writing of supporting characters, handled with restraint and dignity. The filmmaking and editing never feel careless. Lighting, cuts, and pacing follow the mood of the scene rather than any formula, so the rhythm feels organic. There’s richness in the textures, but it never tips into indulgence. Visual polish stays in service of the story, not the other way around. The balance between spectacle and storytelling holds steady. Read more: September 2025 South Indian Movies: 12 Biggest Releases

With South Indian films driving the big-screen excitement, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema continue to raise the standard. The most anticipated releases in several genres, like thriller, fantasy, comedy, horror, action, and drama, are scheduled for this June. Fans are already going crazy over the teasers' and trailers' explosive dialogues and intense visuals. Let’s dive into the South Indian movie lineup for June 2025. 12 Most-Hyped South Indian Movies Debuting This June . Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 | Telugu Historical Action | June 12, 2025 Featuring Pawan Kalyan in the titular role, this historical movie showcases the directing prowess of A. M. Jyothi Krishna and Krish Jagarlamudi. Jointly with Sai Madhav Burra, Jagarlamudi also oversees the screenplay. Chronicling the saga of the legendary outlaw Veera Mallu, this 17th-century tale unfolds in the Mughal Empire, where he is tasked with stealing the Koh-i-Noor diamond from imperial hands. Bobby Deol, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nora Fatehi, and Nargis Fakhri play the pivotal roles. Read more: Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai Written Update for June 10: Abhira and Armaan Are Brought Together by Maira's Startling Absence Scored by Oscar-winning music director M. M. Keeravani, this adventure film makes its way to theatres courtesy of Mega Surya Production. Kuberaa | Telugu Thriller | June 20, 2025 This social thriller is brought to fruition by the director Sekhar Kammula, who also wrote it with Chaithanya Pingali. Bankrolled by Kammula, Puskur Rammohan Rao, and Suniel Narang, the cinematic venture is simultaneously shot in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ‘Kuberaa’ stars Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Nagarjuna, Dalip Tahil, Jim Sarbh, and Sayaji Shinde. Read more: Housefull 5 Review: Akshay Kumar’s Comedy Thriller Hits Box Office Milestone Framed around a gritty journey through crime and consequence, the narrative follows a beggar’s transformation driven by greed and ambition. Meanwhile, it culminates in a search for his redemption. Kannappa | Telugu Fantasy | June 27, 2025 Helmed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, this fantasy film flourishes with Vishnu Manchu as its writer. Rooted in the ancient legend of Kannappa, the tale follows an atheist hunter’s unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva, climaxing in an act of self-sacrifice. Besides producing it, Mohan Babu also portrays an important character in the movie. Read more: Judwaa: A Pakistani Drama about Twin Sisters Becomes Internet Obsession With Vishnu Manchu starring in the titular role, the cast includes Arpit Ranka, R. Sarathkumar, Kaushal Manda, Mukesh Rishi, Rahul Madhav, Madhoo, Devaraj, Brahmanandam, Raghu Babu, and Preity Mukhundhan. The film also includes a cameo by Akshay Kumar (marking his first Telugu film), Prabhas, Kajal Aggarwal, and Mohanlal. Thug Life | Tamil Gangster Drama | June 5, 2025 Starring Kamal Haasan in the lead, this crime movie thrives under the direction of Mani Ratnam, who co-wrote the script with Haasan. This latest gangster venture marks the first collaboration between Haasan and Ratnam since their iconic 1987 film ‘Nayakan’. The additional cast consists of Silambarasan, Abhirami, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, Nassar, Pankaj Tripathi, Baburaj, Ali Fazal, and Rohit Saraf. Anchored in a turbulent underworld dynamic, the plot sees gang leader Sakthivel raising Amaran as his own. All these issues turn into suspicion and betrayal to erupt years later in a storm of vengeance. Read more: Sardaarji 3: First Look of the Horror Comedy Echoes ‘Stree’ A. R. Rahman’s exotic music compositions set the tone for this crime epic. Sanya Malhotra makes her special appearance in a vibrant track ‘Jinguchaa’. The production unit is led by Raaj Kamal Films International, Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Movies. Madras Matinee | Tamil Comedy | June 6, 2025 A seasoned sci-fi author is urged by his caretaker to explore the life of the everyman. Hesitantly, he begins Kannan’s tale, a TukTuk driver, only to uncover the quiet power within everyday struggles. With this plot, ‘Madras Matinee’, backed by Madras Motion Pictures, boasts Karthikeyan Mani as its director and writer. Read more: Pakistani Drama Tere Bin Emerges as an All-Time Audience Favourite Kaali Venkat, Roshini Haripriyan, Shelly Kishore, Sathyaraj, and Vishva assume the key cast. Maargan | Tamil Fantasy Thriller | June 27, 2025 Starring Vijay Antony as the protagonist, this thriller flourishes with Vijay as its music composer. The movie is produced under the banner of Vijay Anthony Film Corporation. Besides writing the script with Vishnu, Leo John Paul directs this film with Prabu Kuppuswamy. This is Leo’s first movie direction. The supporting cast members are Samuthirakani, Mahanathi Shankar, Ajay Dhishan, and Brigida Saga. Unfolding as a gripping pursuit of justice, the account follows Dhruv’s hunt for a sadistic serial killer. In this process, he gradually realises that he is going to confront a sinister force far beyond initial suspicion. Read more: Eid-ul-Azha 2025 Bengali TV Drama Preview: Top Upcoming Bangladeshi Natoks Set to Spark the Festival