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Vikrant Massey’s acclaimed film “12th Fail” is gearing up for a grand release in China, spanning an impressive 20,000 screens across the country. The actor confirmed the exciting news, highlighting the burgeoning demand for Hindi cinema in the Chinese market.
Massey expressed his enthusiasm, stating that the release in China has been in the pipeline for several months, and he is thrilled that the film is finally making its way to audiences there. He emphasized the significant number of screens allocated to the film, underscoring China’s robust entertainment sector.
The decision to release “12th Fail” in China comes on the heels of its remarkable success in India, where it emerged as a sleeper hit. The film garnered praise from audiences and Bollywood luminaries alike, with Vikrant Massey’s performance earning him a prestigious Filmfare award.
Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, “12th Fail” is an adaptation of the eponymous Hindi novel released in 2019, penned by Anurag Pathak. The story draws inspiration from the lives of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, portrayed by Massey and Medha Shankar respectively.
In addition to Massey and Shankar, the film features Anant V Joshi, Anshuman Pushkar, and Priyanshu Chatterjee in pivotal roles. Critically acclaimed for its narrative depth and stellar performances, “12th Fail” garnered widespread acclaim upon its theatrical release and subsequent digital premiere on Disney+ Hotstar.
