On 5th September, Vikrant Massey didn’t just wish filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra a happy birthday — he opened his heart. Taking to his Instagram, Vikrant shared marked the day with an emotional note that doubled as a Teacher’s Day tribute, honouring a man he now considers far more than a director.
“Happiest Birthday Sir Thank you for being my guiding light. Just like teachers should be. I love you Happy Teachers Day too” he wrote
Vidhu VInod Chopra is more than just the man behind the camera,, as per Vikrant. They became close while filming the critically acclaimed film 12th Fail, which ended up being a life changing experience for the actor.
The story of 12th fail revolves around a young man who overcomes poverty and repeated academic failure to pass the extremely difficult UPSC exam. This story is based on the real-life experiences of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma.
With Vikrant's acting and Vidhu Vinod Chopra's vision, the film became more than just a story of success, it was a celebration of resilience, second chances, and the power of not giving up.
Vikrant Massey shared the 71st National Film Awards' National Award for Best Actor with Shah Rukh Khan as Jawan also resonated so strongly with both critics and audiences. The entire team was proud when 12th Fail won the top prize for Best Feature Film.
It was more than just an awards for Vikrant. Being recognised for his efforts, his skill, and his steadfast dedication over the years was the goal. In addition to expressing gratitude, his letter to the director acknowledged a person who had influenced his career.
On the work front, Vikrant Massey is gearing up for many exciting releases like Romeo, Yaar Jigri, and Talaakhon Mein Ek.
His latest film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan starring Shanaya Kapoor also debuted on OTT today on Zee 5.
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