12th Fail is a 2023 biographical drama film directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, starring Vikrant Massey, and based on a true story.
The movie is based on the real-life journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and his IRS officer wife, Shraddha Joshi.
It is adapted from Anurag Pathak’s 2019 non-fiction book titled Twelfth Fail.
The real Manoj Kumar Sharma serves as an Additional Commissioner in Mumbai.
Produced on a modest budget of about ₹20 crore, the film grossed over ₹60 crore globally.
Actor Vikrant Massey did not use makeup for his village scenes; instead, he sunbathed daily in a vest until his skin burned naturally for an authentic look.
Director
Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Writers
Vidhu Vinod ChopraJaskunwar KohliAnurag Pathak
Stars
Vikrant MasseyHarish KhannaGeeta Agrawal Sharma
Actress Medha Shankr sang her song live on location during the Dilli Haat scene rather than using a dubbed track.