South Indian superstar Vijay Devarakonda and Bollywood heartthrob Hrithik Roshan took to their respective social media platforms to shower praises on the 2023 Indian Hindi-language biographical drama film, “12th Fail.” Produced, written, and directed by the renowned filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the movie stars Medha Shankar and Vikrant Massey in leading roles.
“12th Fail”, a heartwarming and inspiring true story of a young man named Manoj Kumar Sharma who hails from a small town in Chambal, Madhya Pradesh, has now found a mass fan base and is ranked top in IMDB’s Indian movie rankings. The movie follows Sharma’s (played by Vikrant Massey) journey as he overcomes various obstacles in pursuit of his dream to become an IPS officer.
Vijay Devarakonda, known for his candid and heartfelt expressions, shared his thoughts on the film through a Threads post. The “Arjun Reddy” actor emphasized the significance of resilience and determination, paying tribute to parents and educators who tirelessly strive for their children”s futures. Devarakonda extended his gratitude to the cast and crew of “12th Fail” while sending heartfelt prayers to those facing challenges, echoing the film”s themes of overcoming struggles and emerging victorious.
“12th fail ❤️ To every mother, father and grandmother fighting for their kids future. To every Dushyanth sir who inspires another. To every friend like Pandey and Gauri bhai. To every blessing that is Shradda. And to every Manoj out there.. my heart and prayers go out to you. May you overcome every struggle and come out victorious! to the cast and team of #12thFail – Thank you!,” Vijay Devarakonda wrote.
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Hrithik Roshan, one of Bollywood”s most celebrated actors, echoed Devarakonda”s sentiments in his own unique way. He commended the movie as a “masterclass in filmmaking” and specifically praised the effective use of sound and sound effects to enhance the emotional impact of key moments in the narrative. Roshan expressed his admiration for the stellar performances in the film and directed his appreciation towards Vidhu Vinod Chopra, acknowledging the brilliance encapsulated in “12th Fail.”
Finally saw 12th Fail. It’s quite a masterclass in film making. Above everything else I was inspired by the use of sound and sound effects play in enhancing the moments. Brilliant performances. Mr. Chopra , what a movie ! Thank you for the brilliance. I am deeply inspired by this…
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) January 14, 2024
The film has struck a chord with both actors, who recognized its inspirational message and cinematic excellence.
As the positive reviews continue to pour in from both fans and industry insiders, Vidhu Vinod Chopra”s latest directorial has made a lasting impact on audiences, transcending regional boundaries and winning hearts across the Indian film fraternity.