69th Filmfare Awards: Vikrant Massey wins Best Actor Critics Choice award for Vidhu Vinod Chopra's '12th Fail'

The beginning of 2024 has proven to be nothing short of spectacular for Vikrant Massey, who recently won the Filmfare Best Actor Critics Choice award for his riveting performance in ‘12th Fail.’ This deserving win not only signifies a personal triumph for Vikrant but also showcases the profound impact of his effortless portrayal in a film that has inspired and entertained audiences and industry people alike.

It’s been more than two months since 12th Fail hit theatres and the film has been receiving a lot of love and praise from all corners of the country. From audiences and critics to celebrities, they can’t help but appreciate director Vidhu Vinod Chopra and lead actor Vikrant Massey. Based on the story of IAS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, 12th Fail draws inspiration from the struggles of millions of students who attempt to clear the UPSC entrance exam.

Massey could be seen slipping into the shoes of Manoj Kumar, which is both inspiring and heart-touching.

Amid all the praise and appreciation, Massey shared a new post, thanking all his fans for the love and support, further also urging them to watch the film in cinemas near them.

Vikrant Massey urges fans to watch 12th Fail

In a video shared on his Instagram handle, the actor thanked all his fans for their love.

“It has been almost 80 days since our film 12th Fail has been in theatres near you. The entire team of 12th Fail will be forever grateful for all the love and respect given to the film,” he said, further urging fans to watch the film and also take the kids to the nearest theatres.

In an exclusive interview with Firstpost, the actor spoke about his prep for the film and said, “I had to learn the language and the dialect which everyone has to do but I had to go the extra mile because Vinod Chopra didn’t want any makeup, he wanted me to naturally darken my skin as much as possible. To achieve that, I would apply mustard oil and sit on my terrace and sun bathe, and wait for my skin to peel off just like onion peel.”

He added, “What was also required was to understand the dialect and the student culture. I wasn’t aware of this kind of student culture where people are really aspiring for government jobs or wanting to contribute from their end to the society. It’s a difficult sphere to be in and very challenging.”