Web Series Name: Mansion 24
Rating: 🌟 🌟 🌟 ☆ ☆ (2.5/5)
Starring: Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Rao Ramesh, Satya Raj, Avika Gor, Bindhu Madhavi, Archana Jois, Amardeep, Manas, Abhinaya, Nandu, Ayappa Sharma, Rajeev Kanakala, Jayaprakash, and Others
Directed by: Ohmkar
Cinematography: B. Rajasekhar
Music by: Vikas Badisa
Editor: Adi Narayan
Producers: Ohmkar, Ashwin Babu, Kalyan Chakravarthy
Release Date: 17th October, 2023
Season: 1
No. of Episodes: 6
Available Audio Languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Others
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Streaming Link: Disney+Hotstar
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From being a prominent anchor to a director, Ohmkar now introduces ‘Mansion 24,’ a hair-raising series starring Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Rao Ramesh, Satya Raj, Avika Gor, and more. Don’t miss the thrills on Disney Plus Hotstar. Let’s dive into the suspense!
Story Glimpse:
Amrutha (Varalaxmi Sarathkumar) works as an investigative journalist. Her father, Kaalidas (Satya Raj), is an archeologist who mysteriously disappears following an excavation. Authorities from both the archeology and police departments suspect Kaalidas of absconding with valuable artifacts. The media branded him a traitor, causing distress to Kaalidas’ wife, Tulsi. Determined to uncover the truth behind her father’s disappearance, Amrutha begins her quest.
Her investigation leads her to discover that Kaalidas had ventured into an ancient mansion shortly before vanishing. Despite dire warnings from others that those who entered the mansion never returned, Amrutha decides to take the daring step of exploring the enigmatic estate.
Technical Aspects:
- Casting: Archana Jois, Nandu, and Bindhu Madhavi shine with their impressive performances, bringing depth and authenticity to their roles. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar delivers a solid portrayal, effectively adding to the narrative. Abhinaya, Avika Gor, and Rajeev Kanakala make the most of their limited screen time, contributing well to the overall ensemble.
- However, the writing doesn’t offer much support to the central characters, making their development and impact less compelling. Despite the presence of exceptional talents like Satya Raj, Rao Ramesh, Jaya Prakash, and Tulsi, the weak character design and lack of emotional depth hinder their performances. It’s a missed opportunity for these seasoned actors, as the show fails to fully harness their potential.
- Direction: Ohmkar, the director of Mansion 24, falls short of his usual standards with this series. While it consists of several short stories, only a couple manage to truly engage the audience. The remaining tales lack the impact that one would expect from Ohmkar, known for infusing comedy and horror elements in his work.
- In Mansion 24, Ohmkar takes a departure from his typical style, focusing solely on horror. While this approach is acceptable, the execution of the narratives leaves much to be desired. The predictability of the ending twist and the monotonous nature of the horror elements leave room for improvement in this project.
- Editing: The editing seamlessly aligns with the director’s creative vision.
- Cinematography: Rajasekhar’s cinematography is truly exceptional, lending the series a rich and visually striking quality. The production values are commendable, and the series exudes a high-quality look. However, there is room for improvement in the VFX work, which could have been more polished.
- Music: In horror flicks, music plays a pivotal role in creating a suspenseful and chilling atmosphere, and Vikas Badisa’s background score and music do a decent job. However, their potential is undermined by the shortcomings in the writing.
Highlights:
- Exquisite production design by art director Ashok Kumar sets the perfect mood for a horror series.
- Stunning visuals that complement the production design.
- Brilliant cinematography by Rajasekhar gives the series a rich and visually striking look.
- Good background score and music by Vikas Badisa.
Downsides:
- The storytelling pattern is reminiscent of other horror anthologies, but the stories lack impact.
- Weak character development and poorly designed characters for key roles.
- Predictable climax twist presented in a routine and uninspiring manner.
- The series lacks emotional depth.
- A below-par job by the director, Ohmkar, especially in terms of story presentation and engagement.
Final Verdict: “Uneven Horror Compilation“
