Vidhu Vinod Chopra's "12th Fail" has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the highest-rated Indian film on IMDb, surpassing global hits like "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" to secure its position in the 2023 global rankings. The biographical drama, led by Vikrant Massey, has earned widespread acclaim, solidifying its place as the number one Indian film on IMDb's list of top 250 with an impressive rating of 9.2 out of ten.
This accomplishment places "12th Fail" ahead of several prominent Hollywood blockbusters from 2023, including "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 Greta Gerwig’s "Barbie" (6.9) featuring Margot Robbie.
Adapted from Anurag Pathak's book and featuring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar, "12th Fail" recounts the inspiring life story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcame severe poverty to achieve the prestigious rank of an Indian Police Service officer. The film sheds light on Sharma's journey, emphasising the pivotal role played by his wife, IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, in his success.
With a worldwide box office collection of Rs 67 crore, "12th Fail" emerged as an unexpected hit of the year. Following its premiere on Disney Plus Hotstar, the film has continued to receive acclaim and affection from audiences, solidifying its status as a standout cinematic success.