| Directed by | Vidhu Vinod Chopra |
|---|---|
| Written by | Vidhu Vinod Chopra Jaskunwar Kohli |
| Based on | 12th Fail by Anurag Pathak |
| Produced by | Vidhu Vinod Chopra Yogesh Ishwar |
| Starring | Vikrant MasseyMedha ShankarAnant V JoshiAnshumaan Pushkar |
| Narrated by | Anant V Joshi |
| Cinematography | Randarajan Ramabadran |
| Edited by | Jaskunwar Kohli Vidhu Vinod Chopra |
| Music by | Shantanu Moitra |
| Production company |
Vinod Chopra Films |
| Distributed by | Zee Studios |
| Release date | 27 October 2023 |
| Running time | 146 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹20 crore[2] |
| Box office | est. ₹69.64 crore |
The movie “12th Fail” is a biographical drama based on the life of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, who failed his 12th-grade exams but went on to clear the UPSC examination and become an IPS officer. The film is directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role.
The story takes place in a small rural area where the education system is flawed, and cheating is rampant. The annual 12th-grade exams are typically passed through cheating, and the teachers and school management are complicit in the process. The protagonist, Manoj Kumar Sharma, is a bright student who fails his 12th-grade exams due to his lack of preparation.
Despite his failure, Manoj is determined to pursue his dream of becoming an IPS officer. He decides to restart his academic journey and begins to prepare for the UPSC examination. The film shows his struggles and perseverance as he faces numerous challenges and setbacks along the way.
The movie also explores the theme of education and the flaws in the Indian education system. It highlights the struggles of students who are forced to cheat to pass their exams and the lack of support from the education system.
The film received positive reviews from critics, with many praising Vikrant Massey‘s performance and the film’s inspiring story. It was also praised for its portrayal of the Indian education system and the struggles faced by students who are trying to succeed despite the odds.
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