12th Fail is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language biographical drama film directed, produced and written by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. It is based on the 2019 non-fiction book of the same name by Anurag Pathak about Manoj Kumar Sharma, who rose from extreme poverty to become a police officer in the Indian Police. The film stars Vikrant Massey as Sharma, co-starring Medha Shankle, Anant V. Joshi, Anshumarn Pushkar and Priyanshu Chatterjee.
12th Fail - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | 12th Fail |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Language: | Hindi |
| Director: | Vidhu Vinod Chopra |
| Main Cast: | Vikrant Massey, Priyanshu Chatterjee |
| Release Date: | 27 October 2023 |
| Banner: | Vinod Chopra Films, Zee Studios |
| Music: | Shantanu Moitra |
| Budget: | Not available |
| Runtime: | 2h 27min |
12th Fail was released in theaters on October 27, 2023, to critical acclaim and grossed over 69 million rupees (US$2.4 million) worldwide on a budget of 200 crore rupees (US$2.4 million). At the 69th Filmfare Awards, it won five awards, including Best Film, Best Director and Best Actor (Critics) (Massy). In November 2022, Chopra announced that actor Vikrant Massey would star in the film, marking their first collaboration. UPSC coach Vikas Divyakirti was cast as himself on screen. A number of real UPSC aspirants have been cast in various roles, which Massey says gave the film “authenticity”. Sharma and Joshi both make cameo appearances in the film.
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12th Fail Movie Story
Manoj Kumar Sharma was born to a clerk in bandit-infested Chambal. His father was an honest man who was suspended from school for punching a corrupt official. Manoj, like the rest of his classmates, prepares cheat sheets for his Class 12 exams. Teachers at the local school help students cheat. But a newly transferred police officer, DSP Dushyant Singh, puts a stop to the cheating in the school. As a result, all the students, including Manoj, fail the exams.
Meanwhile, Manoj’s father leaves home to challenge his suspension in the Supreme Court. To support the family, Manoj and his brother run a rickshaw business. However, his elder brother punches a local henchman of an MLA who is trying to get a passenger onto his bus and is falsely accused of smuggling alcohol. The local police blame him, but Manoj, with the help of DSP Dushyant, gets his brother released. When Manoj expresses his desire to become an officer like him, Dushyant advises him to “stop cheating.
12th Fail Review
12th Fail weaves a mesmerizing web of pure magic on screen. From the opening scene to the final frame, the film will captivate and often move you to tears with its enthralling story and visually stunning effects. The filmmakers have poured their heart into creating a world where magic is tangible and palpable in every frame, so that, although it is a biopic, it still feels like our own story.
The characters, brought to life by an all-star cast, add depth and nuance to the story. Each performance seems authentic, drawing the audience into a realm where the extraordinary becomes the ordinary. The hero’s journey is a testament to the film’s ability to resonate on an emotional level and immerse the audience in a real-life drama filled with wonder and intrigue.
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FAQ About 12th Fail Movie
Q1 – Who Directed 12th Fail Movie ?
A -Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Q2-What Genre Is 12th Fail Movie?
A-Drama
Q3-Lead Cast In 12th Fail Movie?
A-Vikrant Massey, Priyanshu Chatterjee
Q4- Rating Of 12th Fail Movie?
A-13+