Overview

• The eight-episode series, now streaming worldwide on Netflix, follows the partnership between a reluctant prince and an ambitious CEO as they transform a royal mansion into a luxury B&B.
• Starring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar, the show explores themes of royalty versus entrepreneurship, family dysfunction, and romance set against the backdrop of a fictional Indian kingdom.
• Critics have praised the show’s lavish visuals, authentic cultural representation, and strong performances, particularly by Khatter and Pednekar.
• However, reviews note uneven pacing and a lack of romantic spark between the leads, which detracts from the overall impact of the rom-com narrative.
• The series, created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy, aims to position Indian storytelling at the forefront of global entertainment while embracing a modern twist on classic romance tropes.