Why is ’12th Fail’ Nominated for Oscars? Here is What You Need to Know.
‘12th Fail’, movie, Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and starring Vikrant Massey has achieved a significant milestone by being submitted as an independent nomination for the Oscars.
The news was confirmed by Vikrant Massey himself, adding to the film’s growing success as a sleeper hit. Released globally on October 27 in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, the movie features Vikrant Massey in the lead role as Manoj, with Medha Shankar portraying the female lead.
Based on Anurag Pathak’s novel, ’12th Fail’ intricately explores the life journeys of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi. This latest development adds another layer of recognition to the film’s critical acclaim and expanding popularity. This was revealed by Massey himself on a Aaj Tak network’s programme, reported India Today.
The movie is based on the 2019 eponymous non-fiction book by Anurag Pathak about the real-life story of Manoj Kumar Sharma who overcame extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer.
The film was released theatrically on 27 October 2023 to critical acclaim and emerged a sleeper hit, grossing over ₹55 crore (US$6.9 million) on a ₹20 crore (US$2.5 million) budget.
The film has been praised for its inspiring story, Vikrant Massey’s performance, and its message of hope and perseverance. It has been recommended for those who are looking for a motivational and uplifting film.
Here are some of the reviews of the film:
- “12th Fail is a must-watch for anyone who has ever felt like they were not good enough. It is a story of hope, perseverance, and the power of dreams.” – The Times of India
- “Vikrant Massey delivers a tour-de-force performance in this inspiring film about a man who overcomes adversity to achieve his dreams.” – Filmfare
- “12th Fail is a heartwarming and uplifting film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.” – NDTV
If you are looking for a film that will inspire you, motivate you, and make you believe in yourself, then 12th Fail is the film for you. This movie is not available on OTT to watch online.
