In a remarkable turn of events, it’s not a typical blockbuster, but the latest sensation, “12th Fail”, has soared to the summit as the highest-rated Indian film on IMDB. Featuring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar, this unexpected triumph of 2023 has secured its place at the pinnacle of the top 250 Indian films on IMDB, boasting an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10.
The top five Indian movies of all time, as per IMDB, also include the 1993 classic “Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama,” Mani Ratnam’s iconic “Nayakan,” Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s timeless “Gol Maal,” and Madhavan’s stellar performance in “Rocketry: The Nambi Effect.”
Notably, “12th Fail” has not only triumphed over Indian cinema but has also surpassed Hollywood heavyweights such as “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” (rated 8.6), Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” (8.4), “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” (7.9), Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” (7.8), John Wick: Chapter 4″ (7.7), and Gret Gerwig’s “Barbie” (6.9) featuring Margot Robbie.
12th Fail The Movie
The narrative of “12th Fail” is grounded in the real-life journey of IPS officer Manoj Sharma, who faced academic setbacks but resiliently pursued his dream of clearing the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC exams). The film portrays Sharma’s struggles, including odd jobs like driving a tempo and walking dogs for affluent families to gather funds for tuition.
For Vikrant Massey, essaying the role of Sharma was a profound responsibility. He emphasized, “It is based on a true story, but it is inspired by a million true stories. It represents that common man who has faced hardships.” Massey acknowledges the daunting responsibility of doing justice to Manoj Sharma’s life and Mr. Chopra’s vision.
As “12th Fail” streams on Disney+ Hotstar, the movie not only features Massey as Sharma but also showcases Medha Shankar as IRS Shraddha Joshi, Sharma’s wife. The film has rekindled public interest, prompting a closer look at how a 12th-grade underachiever overcame every conceivable hurdle to ascend to the position of Additional Commissioner of the Mumbai Police.
Watch 12th Fail Movie Trailer Here, Full Movie Available On Disney+Hotstar.