Film: Lord Curzon Ki Haveli
Cast: Arjun Mathur, Rasika Dugal, Paresh Pahuja, Zoha Rahman, Tanmay Dhanania and others

Rating: 2.5 Moons

storyline 

The film begins with Ira (Rasika Duggal) and her emotionless husband Basuki (Paresh Pahuja) going to dinner at Ira's friend Sanya's (Zoha Rehman) house. Sanya's friend Rohit (Arjun Mathur) is also present. Seeing the closeness between Sanya and Rohit, Ira becomes increasingly uneasy about their lackluster relationship. Basuki then notices a large trunk, and when asked about it, Rohit jokingly says, "It contains Lord Curzon's body." From here, a story unfolds, filled with secrets and emotions which ultimately change everyone's lives.
 
Acting
Rasika Duggal anchors the film with a sound performance. In this 108-minute film, she displays remarkable emotion and depth. Arjun Mathur makes an impact with his mysterious manner and comic timing. Paresh Pahuja and Zoha Rehman also do a good job in their given roles.
 
Direction
Anshuman Jha, in his debut as a director, does a decent job. However, the direction feels a bit weak at times. Despite the short runtime, the film tends to feel stretched. The camerawork stands out, the film is India’s first to be shot entirely on a single lens, and that adds a unique visual appeal. Yet, the story feels somewhat underwhelming, and the symbolism comes across as slightly predictable.
 
Dialogues
The dialogues between the Indian and British characters are entertaining and thought provoking, but some could have been more nuanced.

Music
Simon Fransquet’s background score adds some momentum to the story, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impact. However, the music itself doesn’t significantly elevate the narrative.
 
Overall 
This film is an intriguing psychological drama that requires careful viewing to understand. If you enjoy suspense and subtle emotions, this film won't disappoint, just be sure to bring your brain to the theater.