
🎬 Title: 12th Fail
#RESTART
Synopsis: Inspired by the real-life experiences of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, *12th Fail* highlights the courage to restart one’s educational path despite facing challenges and obstacles. The film reflects on reclaiming one’s fate at the location where countless students endeavor to conquer the formidable UPSC exam.
⭐ Rating: 8 (192 votes)
📅 Release Date: August 11, 2023
⏱️ Duration: 2 hours and 26 minutes
🎭 Genre: Drama
🎬 Director: Vidhu Vinod Chopra
✍️ Writers: Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Jaskunwar Kohli
🌍 Country: India
🏢 Production Companies: Vidhu Vinod Chopra Productions, Zee Studios, KRG Studios
💼 Financials:
💰 Budget: $2.4 million | 📈 Revenue: $8.3 million

👥 Cast: Vikrant Massey (Manoj Kumar Sharma), Medha Shankr (Shraddha Joshi), Anant Joshi (Pritam Pandey), Anshumaan Pushkar (Gaurinandan), Priyanshu Chatterjee (Dushyant Singh), Geeta Agrawal Sharma (Pushpa Sharma), Harish Khanna (Ramveer Sharma), Vikas Divyakirti (Vikas Divyakirti), Sarita Joshi (Dadi), Sam Mohan (Deep Mohan)
Editor’s Observations: *12th Fail* (2023) encapsulates its essence as a thoughtfully crafted drama, prioritizing emotional depth over sheer visual flair. Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the film maintains a steady pace and showcases a strong sense of environment. The performances, particularly by Vikrant Massey, Medha Shankr, and Anant Joshi, add significant emotional weight to the narrative. The 2-hour and 26-minute runtime feels appropriate for the content presented. It is a solid film with several strengths, overshadowing minor flaws. Its tagline, “#RESTART,” effectively captures its core theme. If the story resonates with you, don’t hesitate to add it to your watch list.
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