Desi Boyz(2011)
Desi Boyz is a 2011 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by debutant Rohit Dhawan. It stars Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Deepika Padukone, and Chitrangada Singh, with Sanjay Dutt in a guest appearance. The story follows two unemployed friends in London who become male escorts to solve their financial problems during the recession. The film explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and second chances against the backdrop of economic hardship. It received mixed reviews from critics but was a moderate box-office success, grossing ₹770 million worldwide. The film was released on 25 November 2011 and received an A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, Eros Now
- Theatrical Release
- 25 November 2011
- Director
- Rohit Dhawan
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
Two best friends in London lose their jobs during the recession. Desperate for money, they become male escorts. But their secret life destroys their relationships and their friendship. Now they must fight to win back everything they lost.
“When life gives you lemons, become a Desi Boyz.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Desi Boyz
Cast reunions in this film: Anupam Kher & Satish Kaushik (23 films together), Anupam Kher & Akshay Kumar (15 films together), Anupam Kher & Sanjay Dutt (15 films together), Deepika Padukone & Pritam Chakraborty (7 films together), Akshay Kumar & Pritam Chakraborty (7 films together), and Akshay Kumar & John Abraham (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Desi Boyz: Men at Work' before being shortened.
- Akshay Kumar and John Abraham had previously starred together in the hit film 'Garam Masala' in 2005.
- The song 'Jhak Maar Ke' samples the 1980s Punjabi pop hit 'Tutak Tutak Tutiya' by Bally Sagoo.
- Director Rohit Dhawan is the son of veteran director David Dhawan, making this his debut film.
- The film's plot was loosely inspired by the 1997 Hollywood film 'Boogie Nights', which is about the adult film industry.
- Despite mixed reviews, the soundtrack by Pritam was popular, especially the song 'Make Some Noise for the Desi Boyz'.
- A subplot involving a custody battle was a significant dramatic shift from the film's comedic marketing.
