In a social media revelation on Tuesday, Alia Bhatt expressed her admiration for Vikrant Massey starrer “12th Fail,” calling it “one of the most beautiful films” she has seen in a while. The acclaimed actress took to her Instagram Stories to share her thoughts on the film, showering praise on the performances, director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, and the entire cast and crew.
Alia’s Tribute to “12th Fail”: Alia Bhatt’s Instagram post hailed the film’s performances as “fabulous” and singled out Vikrant Massey for his spectacular portrayal. She praised Medha Shankr as the heart and soul of Manoj’s journey, along with an outstanding performance by Anant V Joshi. Alia reserved special appreciation for Vidhu Vinod Chopra, stating, “This film really hits the spot! So moving. So inspiring. So complete! I am FULL of love after watching this film! To the entire cast and crew! Take a bow.”
A Stellar Cast and Global Acclaim: “12th Fail” has been making waves in Bollywood with its gripping narrative and stellar performances. Earlier, Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif, Kangana Ranaut, and Vijay Deverakonda had lauded the film on social media. Hrithik called it a “master class in filmmaking” and commended Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s brilliance.
Film’s Concept and Success: Helmed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, “12th Fail” explores the struggles of UPSC aspirants, drawing inspiration from the real-life challenges faced by millions of students attempting the UPSC entrance exam. Released on October 27, the film garnered positive reviews and a worldwide gross collection of ₹66 crore. It competed with Kangana Ranaut’s “Tejas” at the box office and emerged victorious.
Vikrant Massey, sharing insights into his challenging role, stated, “The movie is a very typical Vidhu Vinod Chopra movie which is based on hard reality and is a very hard-hitting film. The role was very challenging. I had to lose weight and darken my skin.”
