12th Fail is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language biographical drama film, Produced, written, and directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Based on the true story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, who rose from abject poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer, it is based on Anurag Pathak’s 2019 nonfiction book of the same name. Anant V Joshi, Medha Shankar, Anshumaan Pushkar, Priyanshu Chatterjee, and Vikrant Massey play supporting roles in the movie.
OTT Release & Box Office Collection:
The popular Bollywood film 12th Fail, which was produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, has gained immense popularity after its December 29 OTT debut on Disney+ Hotstar. Approximately ₹20 crore went into making the film, which in its 52-day theatrical run brought in ₹70.00 crore worldwide, according to Sacnilk. The main character, Manoj Kumar Sharma, is portrayed by actor Vikrant Massey. The narrative centers on Sharma’s ascent from “12th fail” status to IPS officer status.
In just three days after its release on Disney+ Hotstar, the film surpassed all other 2023 films in terms of views.”It became the most-watched film of 2023 in just three days after its release on the platform.”
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- Cast:
Vikrant Massey steps into the shoes of the determined Manoj Kumar Sharma, while Medha Shankar beautifully portrays the supportive Shraddha Joshi. Anant V Joshi adds depth as the aspirant Pritam Pandey, and Anshumaan Pushkar becomes the guiding force, Gauri Bhaiya.
Priyanshu Chatterjee takes on the role of the upright DSP Dushyant Singh, a pivotal character in Manoj’s transformative journey. Geeta Aggarwal Sharma and Harish Khanna beautifully depict the struggles of Manoj’s honest family as his parents. The way that Sarita Joshi plays Manoj’s grandma gives the story more depth on an emotional level.
Sanjay Bishnoi as Naval, Vikas Divyakirti as Himself, Vijay Kumar Dogra as Sundar, and Perry Chhabra as Rajini form a diverse ensemble, contributing to the intricate fabric of the story. Darius Chinoy as Mr. Solanki, Radhika Joshi as Tanya, and Fasi Khan as Kishan bring a variety of characters to life.
Rahul Dev Shetty, who plays Manoj’s UPSC interviewer Mr. Mehta, brings a realistic touch to the difficulties encountered in achieving success. Each character is likeable and the film is a very memorable experience because of the talented ensemble of performers who work together to produce a poignant image of resiliency, love, and victory.
Filming The majority of the movie is shot in Mumbai, Delhi, Agra, Chambal, and Mussoorie. The majority of the film was shot in Rajendranagar and Mukherjeenagar, two well-liked locations for students hoping to work for the government. The last day of filming was in December 2022.
- About the Story:
Manoj Kumar Sharma‘s journey from the challenging Chambal Valley to becoming an IPS officer is a rollercoaster of determination and resilience. His family, advocates of honesty, faced adversity when Manoj’s father was suspended for standing against corruption.
In a plot twist, Manoj’s attempt to cheat in Class 12 backfires, leading to failure for the entire batch. With his father’s suspension and his family’s struggles, Manoj and his brother start a traveling rickshaw service to make ends meet.
Things take a dramatic turn when his brother is falsely arrested, prompting Manoj to seek help from the upright DSP Dushyant Singh. Despite setbacks, including the cancellation of desired exams, Manoj perseveres. He loses everything while studying for PSC exams in Gwalior but finds unexpected support, like a kind hotel owner.
Manoj’s life takes a positive turn when he meets fellow aspirant Pritam Pandey. They decide to pursue their dreams in Delhi under the guidance of Gauri Bhaiya, who opens the ‘Restart’ coaching institute.
Despite challenges, failed attempts, and personal struggles, Manoj, with Gauri Bhaiya’s support and the love of Shraddha Joshi, clears the UPSC exams, realizing his dream of becoming an IPS officer.