Oops!(2003)
Oops! is a 2003 Indian erotic comedy drama film directed and produced by Deepak Tijori in his directorial debut. The film stars Kiran Janjani, Vikas Sethi, and Adyasha Satpathy as members of a dance troupe. The story follows Jahaan, a dancer who begins performing as a male stripper to earn quick money, leading to conflict with his best friend and girlfriend. The film was shot simultaneously in Hindi and English. It faced protests and censorship issues due to its bold subject matter. The strip choreography was done by professional strippers. The film received mixed reviews and was declared a box office flop. Critics praised the bold topic but criticized the direction and climax. The Hindi version is currently unavailable online, but the English version has been restored by the director.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2003
- Director
- Deepak Tijori
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
Jahaan is a poor dancer who wants to get rich fast. When a woman offers him big money to strip at private shows, he jumps at the chance. His best friend Aakash joins him once but refuses to continue. Jahaan keeps stripping and falls for an older woman named Sharon. His choices destroy his friendship, his love, and his life.
“Some secrets are better left uncovered.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Oops!... I Did It Again' but was shortened to avoid copyright issues with Britney Spears' song.
- Deepak Tijori, the director, also played a supporting role in the film, marking his early shift from acting to directing.
- It was one of the few Bollywood films in the early 2000s to openly explore the theme of male stripping, a taboo subject at the time.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by Anand Raj Anand, known for hits in the 90s, but the songs did not become popular.
- Despite its bold premise, the film had a very limited theatrical release and quickly faded from public memory.
- Actress Riya Sen, who played Sonia, was already known for glamorous roles, but this part was considered unusually daring for its era.
- The film's failure is often cited as a reason why similar themed projects were avoided in mainstream Hindi cinema for years.