Gentlewoman

Storyline

Gentlewoman follows Poorni, a married woman whose life spirals when her husband Aravind mysteriously disappears, only for her to discover his secret affair with Anna, a client. As the investigation deepens, truths about betrayal, morality, and the silent struggles women endure come to light. Blending mystery with social commentary, the film explores how love, trust, and power can fracture lives, leaving women to rise from silence into strength.

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Tagline

Every Secret Has a Price.

Trivia

• Gentlewoman marks the directorial debut of Joshua Sethuraman, who blends social commentary with a thriller narrative. The film unites Lijomol Jose and Losliya Mariyanesan for the first time on screen. Music composer Govind Vasantha.

Goofs

• In one scene, the police station nameboard appears in English in one shot and switches to Tamil in the very next, creating a continuity slip. A background character is seen twice in different roles — once as a passerby in the marketplace and later as a constable during interrogation.

Quotes

• “Sometimes silence screams louder than truth.” – Poorni
• “A man’s betrayal is forgiven, but a woman’s resistance is judged.” – Anna

Crazy_credits

• The opening credits roll over haunting sketches of faceless women, symbolizing silence and invisibility in society. The title Gentlewoman is revealed in slow fade-in, accompanied by Govind Vasantha’s minimalist violin theme.

Connections

• The film thematically echoes elements of Aramm and Magalir Mattum, spotlighting women’s struggles and resilience. Stylistically, it draws subtle parallels with international mystery dramas like Gone Girl and The Invisible Guest.

Soundtracks

• Music by Govind Vasantha
• “Nizhalil” – A soulful track capturing Poorni’s inner turmoil
• “Tholaindha Uyir” – Mystery-driven background score with choral voices
• “Veedu Thandi” – A melancholic ballad about separation and betrayal
• “Pennin Oosai” – Emotional anthem celebrating resilience and strength
• “Idhu Podhum” – A soft lullaby-like song underscoring the final act