
“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.
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2022-11-22
Aired 2022-11-22
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 new direction.

2022-11-22
Aired 2022-11-22
As Chippendales takes flight, Steve assembles his dream team—including a shy accountant who may be more than just a business hire.

2022-11-29
Aired 2022-11-29
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.

2022-12-06
Aired 2022-12-06
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.

2022-12-13
Aired 2022-12-13
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.

2022-12-20
Aired 2022-12-20
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.

2022-12-27
Aired 2022-12-27
Nick’s success on the road infuriates Steve, who turns to Ray to spy on him. As Steve reaches his breaking point with Nick, Irene reaches hers with her husband.

2023-01-03
Aired 2023-01-03
In a bucolic Swiss village, Steve’s sins finally catch up with him. As he stares down the consequences of his actions, he makes a final, fateful choice.
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