Malayalam superstar Mammootty recently revealed how he was ‘cheated’ into joining the Lokah cinematic universe as the voice of Moothon, the leader of the superheroes. In a hilarious revelation, the actor explained that he had no idea he was actually part of the film.
Mammootty is not physically seen in Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, but his voice and a shot of his hand holding a stick marked the arrival of Moothon in the Malayalam superhero franchise.
What Mammootty Said
| Quote | Context |
|---|---|
| “They didn’t tell me that I am there [in the movie] initially.” | On being unaware of his full involvement |
| “Vendam (No). That is the only thing I did.” | On the voice work he thought he was doing |
| “Even the hand used in the film is not mine.” | Clarifying that the hand shown isn’t actually his |
| “When the film came, they said, ‘It is you and your hand’.” | On being told after the fact |
| “Actually, they cheated me. That’s the story behind it.” | His final verdict on the experience |
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Mammootty explained how he became a part of the movie without fully being aware of what he was asked to do.
“They didn’t tell me that I am there [in the movie] initially. He [Dulquer Salmaan, producer of Lokah] did not come. His friend came, asked me to give a voice – Vendam (No). That is the only thing I did. Even the hand used in the film is not mine. When the film came, they said, ‘It is you and your hand’.”
Laughing it off, he said, “Now, it has become my responsibility to act. Actually, they cheated me. That’s the story behind it.”
The Director’s Perspective
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Dominic Arun |
| Challenge | Convincing Mammootty to voice Moothon required considerable effort |
| Future | “I believe Mammootty sir still needs a lot more convincing if he is to continue playing Moothon in future films.” |
Director Dominic Arun of Lokah disclosed in an earlier interview that convincing Mammootty to voice Moothon required considerable effort. He said, “I believe Mammootty sir still needs a lot more convincing if he is to continue playing Moothon in future films.”
Mammootty on Future Films
When asked about being convinced to be part of future films in the Lokah franchise, Mammootty said with characteristic wit:
“If they manage to convince me to play Moothon in the Lokah series, I will also have to convince them to agree to my fees!”
About the Lokah Franchise
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Franchise | Lokah cinematic universe |
| First Film | Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra |
| Characters | Moothon (leader), Odiyan, Chaathan, vampires |
| Inspiration | Kerala folklore (Kalliyankaatu Neeli) |
The Lokah franchise is centred around a universe where characters like Moothon protect the world from hidden threats. The first part showcased Kalyani Priyadarshan as a vampire and blended Kerala folklore, introducing characters such as Odiyan, Chaathan, and Moothon.
What’s Next for Mammootty
- Upcoming Film: Patriot (spy action drama)
- Director: Mahesh Narayanan
- Release Date: May 1, 2026
- Cast: Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, Rajiv Menon, Revathy, Darshana Rajendran
- Plot: A man targeted by powerful forces after exposing an intelligence application that compromises citizens’ privacy
On the Future of Malayalam Cinema
When asked about the future of Malayalam cinema, Mammootty expressed optimism. He said that with language barriers diminishing, he hopes Malayalam films will gain international recognition and reach wider audiences.
