For veteran Bollywood filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra, his latest film “12th Fail” is the gift that keeps on giving.
Based on the 2019 book of the same name by Anurag Pathak, the film tells the true story of Manoj Kumar Sharma who conquered extreme familial poverty to pass one of the world’s toughest examination processes and become an Indian Police Service officer.
Distributed by Zee Studios, the modestly budgeted “12th Fail” released theatrically in October 2023 in a Bollywood market where only big-budget action spectacles were working and many smaller films were taking the easier route to bowing directly on a streamer. The lead cast of Vikrant Massey (Disney+ Series “Criminal Justice”) and Medha Shankr, while extremely competent, were not marquee names.
The film struck a chord with audiences and has grossed $8.5 million to date, more than three times its budget. “Each film has its own God, and it’s always...
Based on the 2019 book of the same name by Anurag Pathak, the film tells the true story of Manoj Kumar Sharma who conquered extreme familial poverty to pass one of the world’s toughest examination processes and become an Indian Police Service officer.
Distributed by Zee Studios, the modestly budgeted “12th Fail” released theatrically in October 2023 in a Bollywood market where only big-budget action spectacles were working and many smaller films were taking the easier route to bowing directly on a streamer. The lead cast of Vikrant Massey (Disney+ Series “Criminal Justice”) and Medha Shankr, while extremely competent, were not marquee names.
The film struck a chord with audiences and has grossed $8.5 million to date, more than three times its budget. “Each film has its own God, and it’s always...
- 4/5/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
On his 37th birthday on Wednesday, actress Lakshmi Manchu wished Vikrant Massey and also heaped praise on him for his performance in the film ’12th Fail’.
Lakshmi took to her Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of the actor.
For the caption, she wrote: “Happy birthday @vikrantmassey you moved me beyond words in ’12th Fail’, may this year continue with blockbuster movies for you, and may your talent shine brighter than a shooting star on a clear night sky!”
The hit film ’12th Fail’, by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, is based on the 2019 eponymous non-fiction book by Anurag Pathak about Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcame extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer. It also stars Medha Shankr and Priyanshu Chatterjee. The film was declared a hit.
On the work front, Vikrant will next be seen in ‘Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba’ starring Taapsee Pannu. He also has ‘The Sabarmati Report...
Lakshmi took to her Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of the actor.
For the caption, she wrote: “Happy birthday @vikrantmassey you moved me beyond words in ’12th Fail’, may this year continue with blockbuster movies for you, and may your talent shine brighter than a shooting star on a clear night sky!”
The hit film ’12th Fail’, by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, is based on the 2019 eponymous non-fiction book by Anurag Pathak about Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcame extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer. It also stars Medha Shankr and Priyanshu Chatterjee. The film was declared a hit.
On the work front, Vikrant will next be seen in ‘Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba’ starring Taapsee Pannu. He also has ‘The Sabarmati Report...
- 4/3/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Vikrant Massey-starrer biographical drama ’12th Fail’, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra has been selected as the closing film for the Macau Asia-Europe Young Cinema Film Festival.
Vidhu will attend the screening of ‘12th Fail’ on January 11 in Macau. The film is based on Anurag Pathak’s best-selling novel about the actual story of Ips officer Manoj Kumar Sharma.
The movie delves into the relentless struggles of millions of students attempting the Upsc exams.
Apart from covering exam preparations, the movie also covers the struggles of all the aspirants, exploring their many personal problems that aspiring students face both at home as well as in their personal relationships during exam studies.
This causes a lot of emotional problems for the students who end up quitting, or get massive depression.
Ultimately a story of resilience, perseverance, and never giving up, ‘12th Fail’ stars Vikrant in the lead role, alongside Medha Shankar,...
Vidhu will attend the screening of ‘12th Fail’ on January 11 in Macau. The film is based on Anurag Pathak’s best-selling novel about the actual story of Ips officer Manoj Kumar Sharma.
The movie delves into the relentless struggles of millions of students attempting the Upsc exams.
Apart from covering exam preparations, the movie also covers the struggles of all the aspirants, exploring their many personal problems that aspiring students face both at home as well as in their personal relationships during exam studies.
This causes a lot of emotional problems for the students who end up quitting, or get massive depression.
Ultimately a story of resilience, perseverance, and never giving up, ‘12th Fail’ stars Vikrant in the lead role, alongside Medha Shankar,...
- 1/5/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
12th Fail is a biographical drama film that tells the inspiring story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, a boy from Chambal who overcame extreme poverty and academic failure to become an Indian Police Service officer. The film is based on the 2019 non-fiction book by Anurag Pathak, who interviewed Sharma and chronicled his journey from a cheat-sheet maker to a civil servant1
The film is written, produced and directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who is known for his acclaimed films like Parinda, 1942: A Love Story, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., and 3 Idiots. The film stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role, along with Medha Shankar, Anant V Joshi, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Priyanshu Chatterjee in supporting roles. The film also features narration by Anant V Joshi, who plays Sharma’s friend and mentor in the film1
The film was released theatrically on 27 October 2023, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The...
The film is written, produced and directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who is known for his acclaimed films like Parinda, 1942: A Love Story, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., and 3 Idiots. The film stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role, along with Medha Shankar, Anant V Joshi, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Priyanshu Chatterjee in supporting roles. The film also features narration by Anant V Joshi, who plays Sharma’s friend and mentor in the film1
The film was released theatrically on 27 October 2023, and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The...
- 12/23/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Mumbai, Aug 9 (Ians) Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra on Thursday shared a glimpse of his upcoming film ’12th Fail’ starring Vikrant Massey, where the actor is seen giving himself a restart in education and career.
’12th Fail’ is based on Anurag Pathak’s best-selling novel, about the incredible journey of Ips officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi. The film is also inspired by millions of true stories of students attempting the world’s toughest competitive exam: the Civil Services.
’12th Fail’ takes an authentic approach, shot in real locations with real students, providing a glimpse into the life of Upsc students, their grit, integrity, determination, and the enduring friendships they develop.
Talking about the teaser, Chopra said: “This film stands as a tribute to the honest officers who safeguard our Constitution and the countless students who aspire to follow in their footsteps. If this film inspires even some...
’12th Fail’ is based on Anurag Pathak’s best-selling novel, about the incredible journey of Ips officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi. The film is also inspired by millions of true stories of students attempting the world’s toughest competitive exam: the Civil Services.
’12th Fail’ takes an authentic approach, shot in real locations with real students, providing a glimpse into the life of Upsc students, their grit, integrity, determination, and the enduring friendships they develop.
Talking about the teaser, Chopra said: “This film stands as a tribute to the honest officers who safeguard our Constitution and the countless students who aspire to follow in their footsteps. If this film inspires even some...
- 8/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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