Vikrant Massey is one of the most talented and versatile actors in Bollywood today. He has proved his mettle in films like Lootera, 12th Fail, and Yaar Jigri. But did you know that he was once ignored by an award show even though he was nominated for Best Actor?

 

How Vikrant Massey was not invited to an award function

In a past interview, Vikrant Massey revealed a shocking incident that happened in 2020. He said that he was nominated for Best Actor (jury) category in an award function, but he was not invited to attend the event. He said that he could have been hurt by this snub, but he was not affected by it. He said that he knows how the system works and he focuses only on his work.

How Vikrant Massey overcame the challenges in his journey

Vikrant Massey also shared his struggles and challenges in his journey from television to films. He said that many people in the industry told him that he was wasting his time as TV actors rarely find success in Bollywood. He also said that he was initially rejected for the role of Devdas in his debut film Lootera. However, he got the role after the actor who was cast backed out 20 days before the shoot.

How Vikrant Massey views nepotism in Bollywood

Vikrant Massey also spoke about the controversial topic of nepotism in Bollywood. He said that nepotism exists everywhere and insiders have a better chance to get films even after giving flops. However, he also said that ultimately, the audience decides who makes it big and who doesn’t. He said that he does not care about nepotism and he works hard to earn his place.

How Vikrant Massey Achieved Success with 12th Fail

Vikrant Massey had a breakthrough year in 2023 with the film 12th Fail, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film was a box office hit and earned him his first Best Actor award. The film was a satire on the education system and Vikrant played the role of a 12th fail student who becomes a successful entrepreneur. The film was praised by critics and audiences alike for its humour and message.

Vikrant Massey has now become one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood. He has many exciting projects lined up for 2024, such as Yaar Jigri, Sector 36, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, The Sabarmati Report, and TME.