Kotha Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra

Extraordinary events unfold when an aimless trio of friends encounter their new neighbour - a mysterious young woman with a haunting past. A darkly comic fantasy thriller set in a modern-day metropolitan city, this is the first instalment of a franchise that introduces a shadow world that exists alongside our own. Starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, Naslen, Chandu, Arun Kurian and Sandy in pivotal roles, Lokah promises an entertaining ride this festive season.

You can take pride in India's rich classical and folk traditions without forcing every modern invention into the frame of ancient scriptures - a trend that has become all too common these days. India already holds a treasure chest of timeless stories, and storytelling itself is what makes us human; it is what sets us apart from animals. You don't need to imitate the West, nor endlessly recycle old ideas. Simply telling your own story with honesty can produce pure gold. Kotha Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra (let's call it just Chandra) does exactly that. It reimagines the folklore of Kalliyankattu....