"Talent runs in the family": Akshay Kumar praises Priyadarshan's daughter Kalyani in 'Lokah - Chapter 1'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 4 (ANI): Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has extended his loudest cheer for Kalyani Priyadarshan Lokah -- Chapter One: Chandra.

The film, which has been raking in positive reviews from both critics and the audience, is set for its Hindi openings on Thursday, September 4.

Ahead of the film Hindi version release, Akshay Kumar took to his official social media handle and hailed Kalyani Priyadarshan performance, further giving a nod to her father, filmmaker Priyadarshan.

Talent runs in the family...suna thaa, ab dekh liya! Hearing lovely things about the brilliant acting chops of @kalyanipriyan, Priyadarshan Sir daughter. My best wishes to her and the entire team of #Lokah on their Hindi version release. More power, Akshay wrote on X.

https://x.com/akshaykumar/status/1963196468895826409

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have collaborated multiple times for superhit films like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa.

Recently, the actor-filmmaker reunited for the horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, marking their collaboration on the big screen after 15 years.

The film also features Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Asrani, among others.

Additionally, Akshay also has Priyadarshan Haiwaan in the pipeline, co-starring Saif Ali Khan.

Meanwhile, many other celebrities have also come forward, cheering for Lokah -- Chapter One: Chandra. Stars like Ishaan Khatter, Rashmika Mandanna, and Sharvari were among the ones to lead the line of praise.

Made under the banner of Dulquer Salmaan Wayfarer Films, the film has been written and directed by Dominic Arun. It shows Kalyani Priyadarshan in the role of a female superhero, while Sandy takes over as the lead antagonist.

Naslen, Chandu Salimkumar, and Arun Kurian also play significant parts.

On Tuesday, Dulquer Salmaan announced the Hindi release date and wrote, The world of Lokah -- Chapter One: Chandra, is expanding. Hindi version releases in theatres on September 4th!

https://x.com/dulQuer/status/1962860212395938049

Lokah -- Chapter One: Chandra opened in theatres on August 28, 2025. (ANI)

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