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: In Thailand, the video faced heavy protests and was ultimately banned from television broadcast. The outcry stemmed from background posters written in Thai that translated to phrases referencing the country's underage sex tourism.

Decades later, the cultural perception of "Dirrty" has largely shifted from aggressive condemnation to celebrated pioneering. christina_aguilera_dirrty_official_hd_video_ft_...

: Aguilera took professional boxing lessons to prepare for the fight choreography. : In Thailand, the video faced heavy protests

The video's creative direction was spearheaded by famed photographer and director David LaChapelle. Aguilera was determined to shed her innocent teen image and actively wanted a visual style that was neither "glossy" nor "pretty." : Aguilera took professional boxing lessons to prepare

: Critics and fans were shocked by the transition from her "Genie in a Bottle" image to a highly sexualized aesthetic. Many peers and media spectators heavily criticized her for being too provocative.