Vikrant Massey Confirms Real-life IPS Officer Cameos in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's '12th Fail'

Vikrant Massey, the lead actor in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's acclaimed movie '12th Fail,' has confirmed the presence of real-life IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi in cameo roles. The revelation came after a vigilant viewer shared a screenshot highlighting the officers in a background scene.

In response to the shared screenshot, Vikrant Massey expressed his appreciation for the attention to detail, confirming the real-life couple's appearance. He stated, "Haha!!! So I finally found someone who noticed this. True, it’s them. A small @VVCFilms tribute to them. Another trivia… it happened at the same place, which is Delhi Haat."

'12th Fail' has garnered praise for its portrayal of Manoj Kumar Sharma's inspiring journey from poverty to becoming an IPS officer. The film, available on Disney+ Hotstar, has been submitted as an independent nomination for the Oscars 2024. Vikrant Massey's dedication to the role included significant weight fluctuations to authentically portray the character's challenging life experiences.

As the movie continues to receive accolades, Vikrant Massey's revelation adds an extra layer of authenticity to the film, showcasing Vidhu Vinod Chopra's commitment to attention to detail and real-life inspirations.