The heartwarming and inspiring film 12th Fail, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, continues to gain momentum at the box office. On its third day of release, the film recorded a remarkable 24.4 percent occupancy on Sunday, demonstrating a significant surge in audience interest since its opening day. The captivating story, centered around a 12th fail UPSC aspirant from Chambal, portrayed by the talented Vikrant Massey, has won the hearts of moviegoers across the nation.
Box Office Numbers:
With the enthusiastic response from the audience, 12th Fail collected a commendable ₹2.8 crore on Sunday. This positive trend indicates that the film is making a mark in the hearts of the audience and is set to achieve further success in the days to come.
A Story of Ambition and Dedication:
12th Fail is a story of ambition, dedication, and the ability to overcome setbacks. Based on Anurag Pathak’s best-selling novel, it recounts the incredible journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi. The film stars Medha Shankar alongside Vikrant Massey in a powerful narrative of hope and perseverance.
Critical Acclaim:
Critics and industry experts have showered praise on 12th Fail. The Hindustan Times described it as “a pure and honest tale of success and failure,” while trade analyst Taran Adarsh expressed, “A good film finds its audience.” Sumit Kadel, another trade analyst, declared the film to be “the most heartwarming and inspirational film of 2023” and noted that it deserves a “HIT” verdict at the box office.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s Perspective:
The director, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, shared his thoughts on the film, stating that 12th Fail is not just the story of a particular individual but a representation of the aspirations and dreams of everyone who moves to big cities to pursue their goals. He emphasized that it took years to craft a story with such depth and complexity, where each character contributes to the narrative.
Chopra further stated, “My job as an artist or a filmmaker is to make the world slightly better than what it was when I came. So, if I can make a film that can make a slight difference to people’s lives, it inspires me. Money has never driven me. I could have made Munnabhai 3, 4, 5, 6… and be a multi-millionaire, which I’m not. I chose to make 12th Fail, with Vikrant Massey.”
12th Fail is touching the hearts of audiences and inspiring them to reach for their dreams, making it a must-see film of 2023.
