Narrative short · Director of Photography
Happy Ending
Happy Ending follows Riya, a young Indian woman living in London, who works at a massage parlour to support her struggling family back home. Behind closed doors, Riya is constantly battling guilt, societal expectations, and the financial pressure of keeping everything together.
Despite the challenges, Riya maintains firm boundaries in her work. But one night, when desperation kicks in, a difficult choice triggers a chain of events that spirals out of control. What begins as a quiet shift quickly turns into a chaotic night filled with unexpected visitors, rising tension, and morally complex decisions. As Riya and her colleague Emma try to hold everything together, they’re forced to navigate fear, power, and survival in a world that’s quick to judge but slow to understand.