India, Aug. 30 -- Even as Param Sundari dominated the airwaves this weekend among new releases, two Malayalam films also hit the screens, and very quietly garnered acclaim as well as eyeballs. While Hridayapoorvam had the star power of Mohanlal in it, it was Lokah Chapter 1 that sprung up the true surprise. The superhero film has been hailed as one of the best Indian films of the year, and is already making waves at the ticket window.

Directed by Dominic Arun and produced by Dulquer Salmaan, Lokah Chapter 1 is supposed to be the first instalment in Dulquer's planned Wayfarer Cinematic Universe. The superhero film blends elements of fantasy, mythology, and science fiction, which has been appreciated by the audience. Lokah Chapter 1 opened...