“Every dream has a dark side.”
The outrageous story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping empire—and let nothing stand in his way in the process.
1 season · 8 episodes
S1 E1An Elegant, Exclusive Atmosphere
Nov 22, 20225.346 min
Indian immigrant Somen "Steve" Banerjee spends his days working at a gas station and his nights dreaming of being the next Hugh Hefner. A chance encounter with a Playboy centerfold and her slick promoter husband sends him in an unexpected n
S1 E2Four Geniuses
Nov 22, 20225.747 min
As Chippendales takes flight, Steve assembles his dream team—including a shy accountant who may be more than just a business hire.
S1 E3Velveeta
Nov 29, 20226.440 min
While Steve is away in India, Nick cooks up his next creative triumph. But when Steve returns home, he has other plans for the show.
S1 E4Just Business
Dec 6, 20225.743 min
As Steve's new calendar flies off the shelves, a fed-up Nick makes a pitch to New York investors. A snub from Steve provides Otis with a sobering wake-up call.
S1 E5Leeches
Dec 13, 20226.344 min
While Nick takes the Big Apple by storm, Steve is back in LA staring down a discrimination lawsuit. Jealousy flares when Nick becomes a media darling--and the face of the brand.
S1 E6February 31st
Dec 20, 20226.339 min
As Steve's financial woes mount, Nick offers a lifeline in the form of a proposal that would take Chippendales global. A printing error has disastrous consequences for Steve.
