The wait is finally over! After setting box office records, Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra has finally made its way to an OTT release. The Kalyani Priyadarshan-led Malayalam blockbuster has started streaming on JioHotstar on October 31, 2025. Those who had missed it during the theatrical run can finally watch India’s first female-led superhero movie, in the comfort of their living rooms.

Lokah Chapter 1 OTT Release Date and Platform

The Lokah Chapter 1 theatrical release took place on 28th August 2025, and after an eight-week run of packed shows, it finally made its way to the digital platform. This explains why, unlike other South Indian films, Lokah isn’t available online within four weeks, since the success of this movie extended the theatres’ theatrical run. Lokah is currently streaming on JioHotstar exclusively throughout the world.

A Record-Breaking Malayalam Blockbuster

From Dominic Arun, Lokah Chapter 1 has crossed ₹300 crores worldwide and features among the biggest hits of Malayalam movies. The scale, visual effects, and storytelling of the movie have raised a new bar for regional cinema. Its success also contributes to a discussion on the increase of superhero themes in Indian films, with strong female protagonists.

Plot and Performances

The story is about Chandra, played by Kalyani Priyadarshan, who discovers that she possesses super powers and in a very critical process, embraces her fate to become a protector. The movie is a perfect blend of fantasy, mythology, and modern superhero elements- an absolutely different cinema.

The performance of Kalyani has been widely appreciated for its intensity and emotional depth. Supporting roles by Naslen and a cameo from Dulquer Salmaan further add to the star value. The runtime of the movie is 151 minutes, which covers all the details of Chandra’s journey while keeping the audience engaged.

Streaming in Multiple Languages

Lokah Chapter 1 is currently streaming on JioHotstar as part of the plans for a wider release in seven language versions: Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and dubbed into English. This multilingual release makes sure that the themes of courage, identity, and empowerment in this film echo across India and beyond.

Why the OTT Release Matters

The OTT release of Lokah holds importance on many counts:

• Accessibility: Accessibility: Viewers who did not get a chance to go see it in the theatres can now view it at their convenience.
• Global Reach: The subtitles and multi-lingual aspects will place the film for an international audience.
• Franchise Building: A digital release keeps up the momentum for its sequel, which the makers have already teased.
• For audiences of superhero movie franchises, the latest promises a new avatar of the genre, whereby Indian storytelling traditions are made to take centre stage.

What’s Next in the Lokah Universe?

Indeed, the makers have already hinted at a Lokah Chapter 2, which would explain the expansion of the universe and get deeper into the powers and challenges of Chandra. Since the first film was successful, expectations would obviously be that the sequel pushes the envelope further in terms of scale and narrative ambition.