IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma confesses he did not get monetary compensation for 12th Fail: “I am a visapt imaandaar”

12th Fail Hero: No Money, Just Inspiration

Manoj Kumar Sharma, the real-life inspiration behind the hit movie “12th Fail,” recently opened up about his experience. He said he didn’t get paid for the movie or the book it’s based on. But for him, the real reward is seeing how the film inspires young people.

No Money, Big Impact:

Sharma, an honest police officer, says he didn’t take any money for his story. He believes in doing the right thing, and even has a “no gifts” policy with his wife.

But he’s happy the movie is making a difference. Students write to him, saying they want to follow his path of hard work and honesty. That’s the real reward for him.

“If you ask me personally, I didn’t get anything,” Sharma stated at the ABP Ideas of India summit. “I am a visapt imaandaar (totally honest) person. My wife is also like that.” He spoke about his commitment to ethical conduct, refusing monetary benefits and maintaining a “no gift system” with his wife.

Sharing Stories, Making a Difference:

Sharma acknowledges the filmmaker who brought his story to life. But he highlights the importance of sharing such stories in general. He says there are many inspiring people out there, and their stories deserve to be heard.

His story is just one example, a story of a kid anyone could find in India. It’s a reminder that anyone can achieve their dreams with hard work and integrity.

Sharma expressed that the film’s true reward lies in its inspirational impact on young audiences. “School students are sending me letters saying they want to be like me,” he shared, highlighting the movie’s powerful message of perseverance and honesty.

While acknowledging filmmaker Chopra’s role in bringing his story to life, Sharma emphasized the importance of such narratives. “There are so many stories but no one cares,” he said. “This story is not special. It is about a kid you’ll find in every corner of our country.”

Sharma concluded by reiterating his belief in hard work, integrity, and rejecting shortcuts. “If even a few people feel they should work hard and be honest, then I don’t think there can be a bigger reward for me,” he stated.

The Bottom Line:

Sharma doesn’t need money. He’s happy knowing his story inspires others to be honest and hardworking. That’s a reward bigger than any paycheck.

About the Movie:

The movie “12th Fail” came out in October 2023 and is now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. Despite being available online, it still attracted viewers to theaters, showing its impact.