Pooja Bhatt marks 23 years of ‘Jism’ with John Abraham throwback and special note, calls it 'film that changed the times'

Filmmaker Pooja Bhatt is feeling nostalgic as ‘Jism’ completes 23 years in Hindi cinema. The 2003 erotic thriller became a talking point for its bold storytelling, and the unforgettable impact it left on audiences. To celebrate the milestone, Pooja Bhatt shared a throwback image featuring John Abraham with a special note.

Pooja Bhatt’s throwback post

Bhatt took to Instagram and shared two pictures of John Abraham from the film with the caption: “Jism (2003). A film that changed the times. A hero that represented the times. A song & album that endures through time. Released on January 17, 2003. 23 years ago. Gratitude. ✨️✨️✨️."

Through her words, she highlighted how the film wasn’t just remembered for its story, but also for its lasting cultural influence.

About the movie

'Jism' remains one of the most defining erotic thrillers in Hindi cinema. The film created a noir-inspired atmosphere, blending seduction with danger and emotional intensity. Kabir is a lawyer with problems whose life is overturned after meeting Sonia, a woman entangled in a complicated marriage, whose feelings get more intense with every moment, carrying with them elements of obsession and deception.This movie also got recognition for its courageous depiction of adult relationships and conflict. It has developed a cult status over the years for opening the genre.




The film is popular for its soundtrack which carried the emotional weight and helped build its haunting tone. Songs like ‘Jadoo Hai Nasha Hai’ and ‘Awarapan Banjarapan’ are still popular.

'Jism' was inspired from Body Heat by Lawrences Kasdan, which was based on Billy Wilder’s 1944 film 'Double Indemnity'.

Cast and crew behind the cult classic

The movie was directed by Amit Saxena, starring John Abraham and Bipasha Basu in the lead roles, along with Gulshan Grover, Ranvir Shorey, Anahita Uberoi, and Ayesha Kapur. The music was composed by M.M. Keeravani.

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