Dulquer Salmaan Dismisses ‘Lokah’ OTT Release Rumours: Kalyani Priyadarshan Supported
There is a lot of buzz about the new Malayalam film Lokah. The movie is a huge hit in theatres. It has already made a lot of money. But now there are many fake reports about its online release.
Mumbai, September 22, 2025: There is a lot of buzz about the new Malayalam film Lokah. The movie is a huge hit in theatres. It has already made a lot of money. But now there are many fake reports about its online release.
The film’s producer and actor Dulquer Salmaan has now spoken about this. He has said that the film is not coming to any OTT platform soon.
The film has been running in theaters for a long time. It was released on August 28. Usually, films are released on OTT platforms after four weeks.
Dulquer Salmaan Dismisses ‘Lokah’ OTT Release Rumours
So many people thought “Lokah” would also be released soon. Many news outlets even gave a date. They said it would come on Netflix at the end of September. This made a lot of fans happy.
But Dulquer Salmaan himself has now cleared the air. He posted a message on his social media account, X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, “Lokah isn’t coming to OTT anytime soon. Ignore the fake news and stay tuned for official announcements!” He also used the hashtag #WhatstheHurry.
The lead actress of the film, Kalyani Priyadarshan, also supported Dulquer’s post. She said that the film’s visuals and sound are best enjoyed in a movie theatre. She urged fans to watch it on the big screen.
A Huge Box Office Success
“Lokah” is a very big hit. It has made history at the box office. It is now the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever. According to reports, the film has earned more than ₹270 crore worldwide.
The film has been doing very well since day one. Even after a month of its release, people are still going to watch it in theatres.
In its first week, the film earned over ₹54.7 crore. In the second week, it earned ₹47 crore. And in the third week, it collected ₹27.2 crore. Even in its fourth week, the film is doing great. On its 25th day, it made around ₹4 crore. This shows how much people love this film.
What is “Lokah” About?
“Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra” is a superhero film. It is a new type of film for Malayalam cinema. The movie tells the story of Chandra, played by Kalyani Priyadarshan. She is a mysterious woman who discovers her special powers.
The story has a mix of mythology and modern-day crime. It talks about organ trafficking and other dark things. The film is the first part of a new cinematic universe. The makers have plans for more films in this series.
The film is directed by Dominic Arun. It also has special appearances by famous actors like Dulquer Salmaan himself and Tovino Thomas. Malayalam superstar Mammootty has also lent his voice to a character. The film is praised for its great visual effects, good performances, and exciting story.
Why the Delay in OTT Release?
When a film is doing so well in theaters, filmmakers don’t want to release it online too quickly. This is because a theatrical release earns more money. If the film is still attracting a large audience, it is better to keep it in cinemas.
This is a good sign for the film industry. It shows that people are still interested in watching films on the big screen.
Dulquer Salmaan’s statement is important. It tells fans that the film is not coming to OTT. It also helps stop the spread of fake news. Fans now know they have to wait for an official announcement. For now, the “Lokah” journey continues in the theatres.
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