The Dirty Picture has been one of the most awaited films of 2011. Vidya Balan has been on marketing overdrive, appearing many places to promote her film. She even did a one-hour special on the TV serial Bade Ache Lagte Hain (we just hope that was not a dig at the weight she had to gain for the film).

So if you’re planning to catch the film, we’re giving you a quick low-down (in pictures!) of what the film is about, including some “facts” that you may not have known. Enjoy!

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