Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 12th Fail, starring Vikrant Massey, has claimed the title of the highest-rated Indian film of all time on IMDb. This unexpected victory has left a lasting impression on the canvas of Indian cinema. After all, it showed the universal appeal of an underdog’s journey and the power of compelling storytelling.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra & Vikrant Massey’s 12th Fail ranks highest on IMDb
The biographical drama, based on the real-life story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, has resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike. First, it surprisingly broke the box office, and now it is the top-rated Indian film of all time.
On the list of the top 250 Indian films on IMDb, 12th Fail has claimed the number one spot with an impressive rating of 9.2 out of ten. This places it above other acclaimed Indian movies, including the 1993 animated film Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama, Mani Ratnam’s Nayakan, Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s Gol Maal, and R Madhavan’s directorial debut Rocketry: The Nambi Effect.
However, what truly sets 12th Fail apart is not just its national acclaim but also its global recognition. In 2023, the film achieved the highest rating among all films worldwide. Moreover, it surpasses Hollywood heavyweights from the previous year, including Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
As mentioned earlier, the film is based on a real-life story. As a matter of fact, in a book by Anurag Pathak. 12th Fail intricately weaves the struggles and wins of Manoj Kumar Sharma, who is on the journey to become an IPS officer. It also highlighted how his partner IRS officer, Shraddha Joshi, was supportive throughout.
All in all, 12th Fail not only won hearts with its surprise hit at the box office but continues to do so even after its premiere on Disney Plus Hotstar.
