Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025): Release Date, Cast, Crew, Trailer, Songs & Complete Movie Details
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025): Release Date, Cast, Crew, Trailer, Songs & Complete Movie Details
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra (2025) is one of the most awaited Action, Adventure, Fantasy films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Dominic Arun at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 28 August 2025 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 31m |
| Certification | U/A 16+ |
| Director | Dominic Arun |
| Producer | Dulquer Salmaan |
| Writer | Dominic Arun |
| Cinematography | Nimish Ravi |
| Editor | Chaman Chakko |
Story & Plot
The story follows Chandra, a mysterious, goth-influenced woman who has just moved to Bangalore and begins working night shifts at a café. Across the road from her apartment live Sunny and Venu, two aimless bachelors. Sunny becomes infatuated with Chandra, observing her odd routines, strange visitors, and reclusive nature. Their dynamic changes when Sunny gets a glimpse of Chandra in her act.
Cast & Crew
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is helmed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan, with Naslen K. Gafoor, Sandy, Chandu Salimkumar, Arun Kurian, Vijayaraghavan, Sarath Sabha leading the film. Naslen K. Gafoor headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Naslen K. Gafoor | Sunny Kurian |
| Sandy | Inspector Nachiyappa Gowda |
| Chandu Salimkumar | Venu |
| Arun Kurian | Naijil |
| Vijayaraghavan | Dr. Kurian Varghese |
| Sarath Sabha | Sundar |
| Bibin Perumbily | Jagadish Rao CPO |
| Mammootty | Moothon (voice) |
| Nithya Shri | Kunjipennu |
| Tovino Thomas | Michael / Chathan |
| Dulquer Salmaan | Charlie / Odiyan |
| Nishanth Sagar | Prakash |
| Raghunath Paleri | Tom Issac / The Forger |
| Sunny Wayne | Kadamattathu Kathanar |
| Sam Mohan | Johny |
| Shivajith Padmanabhan | King |
| Balu Varghese | Workshop mechanic |
| Soubin Shahir | Workshop mechanic |
| Santhy Balachandran | Woman watching the news on TV |
| Anna Ben | Anu |
| Ahaana Krishna | Woman at the coffee shop |
| Vishak Nair | Man at the pub |
| Abraham Vadakkan | Scaria |
| Jain Andrews | Home Minister Murugesan |
| Shibin S Raghav | Mr. Nobody |
| Durga C Vinod | Young Chandra / Young Neeli |
| Vijay Menon | Stranger at the coffee shop/ Ex-Military Man |
| George Vijay Nelson | Murugeshan |
| Blessen John Mathew | Raju |
| Kalyani Priyadarshan | Chandra Ananya / Kalliyankattu Neeli |
| Dominic Arun | Director |
| Nimish Ravi | Director of Photography |
| Dulquer Salmaan | Producer |
| Jom Varghese | Executive Producer |
| Chaman Chakko | Editor |
| Jakes Bejoy | Original Music Composer |
| Vinesh Banglan | Production Design |
| Dominic Arun | Screenplay |
| Santhy Balachandran | Screenplay |
| Dominic Arun | Story |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Dominic Arun brings a distinct and considered vision to Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, shaping its action, adventure, fantasy narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, adventure, fantasy tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | est. ₹302–304 crore[a] |
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra in theatres, with screenings planned across Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, adventure, fantasy films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra as a potential standout film of the year.




