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 eponymous non-fiction book by Anurag Pathak about Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcame extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer. The film stars Vikrant in the role of Massey Sharma, along with Medha Shankar, Ananth V Joshi, Anshuman Pushkar, and Priyanshu Chatterjee.
12th Fail (2023) has emerged as the year’s best film, a Bollywood masterpiece that deserves its Oscar-winning status. The film’s thought-provoking narrative provides pure inspiration and motivation for the coming generations, with an emphasis on resilience, positivity, and social contribution—Vikrant Massey’s excellent performance as Manoj sir is brilliant, showcasing his transformation into the character brilliantly. The love story between IPS officer Manoj sir and Shraddha ma’am adds depth and inspiration, reflecting the true mark of a warrior.
The film beautifully depicts the bonds of friendship, love, trust, and respect for one’s place of origin, evoking a variety of emotions. Medha as Shraddha, Anshuman Pushkar as Gauri Shankar Bhaiya, and Anant Pandey contribute to the stellar cast, creating an engaging ensemble. The director, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, deserves praise for tackling the obstacles with fearlessness and confidence in this emotional journey of life. The film’s brilliant music, songs, and overall execution make it a perfect package. They are highly recommended for people of all ages, especially children aiming towards a bright future.
