Julie

Julie

Year: 2004

Runtime: 142 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Deepak S. Shivdasani

RomanceDrama

beautiful mind… bold profession A broken hearted Julie comes to Mumbai to make a living, but the fast moving city will force her to take prostitution as her profession.

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Timeline – Julie (2004)

Trace every key event in Julie (2004) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Tara interviews a prostitute about a businessman's proposal

The TV interview reveals the woman's tale of manipulation and desire. Tara initially jokes about the idea of a marriage proposal, but she listens closely as the woman recounts the exploitative dynamics. The scene sets up the film's exploration of desire, manipulation, and reputation.

TV studio
2

Julie in Goa: love, ambition, and heartbreak

Julie, a Goan girl, lives with her father who runs a bakery. She is in a relationship with Neil, who dreams of becoming a big-shot businessman. Julie is unhappy with her meager income, hoping for a better life. She learns Neil has gone to Mangalore for a business deal, which makes her think he's becoming responsible.

Goa
3

Neil's rise and engagement in Goa

Back from Mangalore, Neil becomes a successful businessman in Goa and his status climbs. He gets engaged to Braganza's daughter as he partners with Braganza and becomes his son-in-law.

Goa
4

Julie moves to Mumbai for a fresh start

Heartbroken, Julie leaves Goa for Mumbai seeking a fresh start. Her best friend Dinky helps secure a job.

Mumbai
5

Shah hires Julie; Rohan notices her

In Mumbai, Shah, a builder, hires Julie as his personal assistant. Rohan, a design consultant, notices Julie and they become friends and later a romantic interest. Their professional collaboration slowly blossoms into attraction.

Mumbai
6

Makeover and Delnaaz enters the picture

Julie undergoes a makeover with Dinky. In a parlour, she meets Delnaaz, a pimp who becomes part of her new world. Delnaaz's presence foreshadows the path Julie is about to take.

Parlour in Mumbai
7

Rohan, Wadhwa, and the pawn contract

Rohan works for Wadhwa, a powerful businessman planning a big project. Wadhwa tries to persuade Julie to sleep with him to secure the contract for Rohan. Julie runs away and, later, Rohan reveals that Julie was a pawn to get the contract.

Wadhwa's office
8

Julie becomes a prostitute with Delnaaz's help

Angered and heartbroken, Julie decides to become a prostitute with Delnaaz's help. She embraces this new identity as a means to reclaim control over her life. Delnaaz's role marks a turning point in her journey.

Delnaaz's place, Mumbai
9

Julie tells her side to Tara; respect promised

The prostitute reveals her side of the story to Tara. Tara apologizes for her prior judgment and promises the interview will be aired with respect. The interview confirms Julie's truth will be heard.

TV studio
10

Mihir is drawn to Julie; meeting and hotel encounter with Neil

Julie meets Mihir Shandilya, who is swayed by her beauty. He develops an interest and they become friends, and she also encounters her former lover Neil at a hotel after attending one of his clients. Julie belittles Neil for choosing an easy path, leaving him embarrassed.

Mumbai
11

Mihir loves Julie; meets his parents

Mihir falls for Julie and takes her to meet his parents. His family is overjoyed by the match and hopeful for their future.

Mihir's home
12

Mihir proposes; Julie hesitates

Mihir confesses he wants to marry Julie, but she fears tarnishing his family’s image. She wrestles with her past and the possibility of a fresh start being ruined.

Mumbai
13

Julie plans to reveal her truth to the media

She resolves to confess on the media about her past. Her revelation about Mihir Shandilya wanting to marry her becomes a major headline.

TV studio
14

Media interview airs; Mihir intervenes

Mihir overhears the confession on air and steps in, explaining that prostitutes are created by men's actions and that this is a crime against humanity. Tara's show continues as Julie speaks her truth.

TV studio
15

Proposal, engagement, and wedding

Mihir proposes marriage and Julie accepts. The families embrace the union and Julie starts a new life. In the film's finale, Neil is devastated and Rohan feels guilty as Mihir and Julie marry.

Wedding venue, Mumbai

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