Jeans (1998)
DirectorShankar
StarringPrashanth, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Nassar, Lakshmi
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Best for: Families and fans of 1990s Tamil comedy-dramas with music and dual roles.
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Jeans story (no spoilers)
In Jeans, a father wants his twin sons to marry only twin sisters. The plan runs into trouble when one of the brothers falls for a woman who does not have a twin sister. This Tamil comedy-drama-romance-musical, directed by Shankar, sets up a family expectation against a personal choice, with a light, musical tone. The tagline '100% Love, 0% Cotton!' hints at the playful take on romance and family logic.
Should you watch Jeans?
Watch it for
- Shankar directs this 1998 Tamil film, blending comedy, drama, romance and music.
- A.R. Rahman composed the music for the film.
- Prashanth plays dual roles as Vishwanathan and Ramamoorthy, while Aishwarya Rai Bachchan appears as Madhumitha and Vaishnavi.
- The 175-minute runtime gives the comedy-drama room to develop its twin-marriage premise.
Skip it if
- The 175-minute runtime may feel long if you prefer shorter films.
- The plot hinges on a twin-marriage setup, which may not appeal if you want a straightforward romance.
- It is a 1998 Tamil-language film, so viewers who avoid older or non-Hindi titles might not enjoy it.
Jeans cast
Prashanthas Vishwanathan / Ramamoorthy
Aishwarya Rai Bachchanas Madhumitha / Vaishnavi
Nassaras Nachiappan / Pechiappan Rajamani
Lakshmias Krishnaveny
Raju Sundaramas Madhesh
Radhika Sarathkumaras Sundaramba
Senthilas Juno
S.Ve. Sekaras Madhumitha's Father
Janaki Sabeshas Madhumitha's Mother
Geethaas Meiyaththa, Nachiappan's Wife
S. N. Lakshmias Meiyaththa's Mother
Gandhimathias VisalakshiJeans movie details
| Director | Shankar |
|---|---|
| Writer | Shankar |
| Music | A.R. Rahman |
| Cinematography | Ashok Kumar |
| Producer | Ashok Amritraj, Sunanda Murali Manohar |
| Release date | 24 April 1998 |
| Runtime | 2h 55m (175 minutes) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Tamil |
| Original title | ஜீன்ஸ் |
| Certificate (India) | U |
Parental guide: is Jeans family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the U certificate and the comedy-drama-romance genres. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Jeans official trailer
Our verdict
Jeans pairs a quirky twin-marriage premise with Shankar's direction and A.R. Rahman's music. The 175-minute runtime and 1998 release make it a product of its era, but the dual roles and light tone keep it watchable for fans of Tamil comedy-dramas. It is an honest, family-friendly pick if the premise appeals to you.
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Where can I watch Jeans online in India?
Jeans is available on Amazon Prime Video, Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel with a subscription. It is also free on ShemarooMe and JioHotstar, and can be rented or bought on YouTube.
When was Jeans released?
Jeans was released on 24 April 1998 in India.
Who is in the cast of Jeans?
The cast includes Prashanth as Vishwanathan and Ramamoorthy, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as Madhumitha and Vaishnavi, Nassar as Nachiappan and Pechiappan Rajamani, Lakshmi as Krishnaveny, Raju Sundaram as Madhesh, Radhika Sarathkumar as Sundaramba, Senthil as Juno, and S.Ve. Sekar as Madhumitha's father.
Who directed Jeans?
Jeans was directed by Shankar.
What is the runtime and certificate of Jeans?
Jeans runs for 175 minutes and has a U certificate in India.
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