Vikrant Massey widely regarded as one of the most compelling actors of his generation recently opened up about a defining moment in his career winning the National Award for Best Actor for 12th Fail. Speaking at a conclave the actor reflected on his journey his passion for storytelling and how the honour has reshaped his sense of purpose as a performer.
Revisiting the moment that brought national recognition to his portrayal of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma Vikrant described the award as the fulfilment of a dream that had quietly lived with him for years. He shared It was a very old dream. When I began my career in 2004 I knew nothing about acting. But as I started learning I realised that I wanted to spend my entire life in front of the camera. Telling stories and representing people is something I truly enjoy. With appreciation comes happiness but also responsibility. You have to work harder,do better, and never take such an honour lightly.
His words struck a chord especially for those who understand what it means to grow step by step. Starting out with no formal knowledge of acting Vikrant’s rise to becoming a National Award winner stands as proof of perseverance and faith in the craft. 12th Fail went beyond being just a film it became a reflection of real struggles, resilience, and hope, earning widespread love and critical acclaim.
Despite the milestone Vikrant remains grounded. Rather than slowing down he views the recognition as a reminder to raise the bar even higher reinforcing his belief that success demands continuous effort and humility.
When the conversation turned to sharing the moment with his family the actor spoke with quiet joy and disbelief. He recalled
“Honestly until we reached the hotel that night, we couldn’t believe the day had actually happened. When something beautiful happens in life time seems to fly. From morning till night everything passed in a blur we were just genuinely happy.”
Looking ahead Vikrant Massey is preparing for his next project “White” where he will step into the role of Indian spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. His candid reflections serve as a powerful reminder that while dreams do come true, the real journey begins after success through discipline, dedication and an unwavering love for the craft.
