Vikrant Massey is truly living his golden moment.
After years of quietly delivering powerhouse performances across screens big and small, the actor has finally received the recognition he so richly deserves. His first National Film Award for Best Actor — shared with superstar Shah Rukh Khan — for the gritty and inspiring 12th Fail has catapulted him into the spotlight as the man of the hour.
And the appreciation isn’t just coming from within the film industry — it has now extended to the upper echelons of business and leadership. In a touching and celebratory moment, Gautam Adani, one of India’s most influential industrialists, honoured Vikrant Massey for his performance and spirit on the Adani Green Talk platform.
Massey, visibly moved by the recognition, took to social media to share his gratitude:“Absolutely stoked to have been appreciated & honoured by the visionary, the man himself Shri. Gautam Adani Ji 🙏🏽♥️ Especially on a platform like the Adani Green Talk — a podium that recognises change-makers, social entrepreneurs & purpose-driven initiatives for society at large.”
He also extended heartfelt thanks to Sudipta Bhattacharya and Mahaveer Jain for hosting an unforgettable evening, stating it would be "cherished forever."
For an actor who started from television and climbed the cinematic ladder through sheer resilience and talent, this moment feels both poetic and powerful. The recognition from a business titan like Adani speaks volumes — not only about Vikrant’s artistic achievement but also about the impact of storytelling rooted in real-life struggles and social change.
Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, 12th Fail is a stirring, real-life-inspired drama based on the journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma. The film chronicles the raw and often heartbreaking realities of students from India's heartland who attempt the near-impossible feat of clearing the UPSC exams against all odds.
In the role of Manoj, Vikrant Massey underwent a total transformation — physically, emotionally, and mentally. He shed every ounce of glamour and ego, immersing himself into the life of a small-town aspirant with such authenticity that critics and audiences alike were floored.
The film became more than just a career-defining role — it became a symbol of perseverance, representing thousands of unseen, unheard stories across the nation. The National Award only cemented what fans had known all along — that Vikrant is among the finest actors of this generation.
Since the announcement of the National Award win, social media has been flooded with messages for Massey from colleagues, filmmakers, and fans. But the appreciation from Gautam Adani stands out — because it connects the film’s social message with real-world changemakers and platforms that influence policy and people alike.
In an age where cinema often leans into spectacle, 12th Fail is a reminder that truth, hard work, and humility still resonate. And Vikrant Massey is fast becoming the face of that reminder.
While awards and appreciation are pouring in, Vikrant remains grounded. In his words post-win, he thanked the audience for believing in small films with big hearts. With multiple promising projects lined up, and now with a National Award to his name, Vikrant’s journey from underdog to leading man is one that inspires not just aspiring actors — but anyone with a dream.
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