Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under Hombale Films. The film stars Rishab Shetty along with Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah. A prequel to the 2022 film Kantara, the story delves deeper into the origins of the tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the first film.

Cast

Rishab Shetty as Berme

Jayaram as King Rajashekara, Kulashekara and Kanakavathi's father

Rukmini Vasanth as Princess Kanakavathi, Kulashekara's sister and Berme's love interest

Gulshan Devaiah as Prince Kulashekara, Kanakavathi's brother

Ramitha Shailendra as Rajamathe Rajalaxmi, Kulashekara and Kanakavathi's mother

Pramod Shetty as Bhogendra, Kulashekara's minister

Naveen D. Padil as Booba

Step into the epic saga of human exploration. This narrative podcast takes you on a dramatic audio journey, recreating the voyages of history's most impactful travellers. From Viking longships crossing the Atlantic to the first steps on the moon, we tell the stories of courage, innovation, and sacrifice that transformed our world forever.

Lokah: Chapter 1 — Chandra is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language superhero film directed by #DominicArun and produced by #DulquerSalmaan under his banner #WayfarerFilms. It stars #KalyaniPriyadarshan in the titular role as Chandra, a mysterious woman who arrives in Bengaluru and gets entangled with a gang involved in organ trafficking. The film also features Naslen in the male lead role with Sandy Master, Arun Kurian and Chandu Salimkumar in supporting roles.

Pre-production began on 12 September 2024, with principal photography commencing under the working title Production No. 7, and was completed by 30 January 2025, lasting 94 days. Title Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra was unveiled on 8 June 2025. Nimish Ravi, Chaman Chakko, and Jakes Bejoy formed the technical crew, serving as cinematographer, editor, and music director, respectively.

Lokah was released theatrically on 28 August 2025 to critical acclaim. It was praised for the cast performances, visuals, world-building, cinematography, production and soundtrack. It is currently the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, sixth sixth-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 and one of the highest-grossing Indian films featuring a female lead.

The daily commute can sometimes feel like a battlefield. Horns blaring, cyclists swerving—we've all been there. But what if there was a better way? This week, we dive into the unspoken rules of the road and ask if drivers and cyclists can find common ground. We'll share some surprising facts about road laws and give you simple ways to make your next trip smoother and safer, no matter what you're riding or driving.

This episode is about the 1998 film Jeans, which tells a love story with twins, deception, and a journey across the Seven Wonders of the world. The episode will discuss #Shankar direction, #ArRahman music, and the performances in the film. The episode will cover the highs, the lows, and everything in between that makes Jeans a memorable cinematic experience.

This episode explores the captivating rhythm and cultural depth of Habib Koité & Bamada's "Din Din Wo." The episode delves into Koité's innovative guitar style, a blend of traditional Malian sounds with global influences, and the powerful message behind this iconic track from the album Muso Ko. Listeners will discover why Koité is a true master of the Malian guitar and how this song transcends borders.

Key Themes: Malian music, traditional vs. modern, global influences, Koité's guitar style, cultural significance, childhood, hope.

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