Vikrant Massey: News

Famous for his Amazon Prime Video web series ‘Mirzapur’, Vikrant Massey is an actor in Hindi cinema and Indian television. He started taking training in modern jazz and contemporary dance forms after joining the Shiamak Davar’s academy and became a choreographer on his show ‘Dhoom Machaao Dhoom’. In 2009, he got a role in the daily soap ‘Balika Vadhu’, which got him roles in many television shows such as ‘Qubool Hai’ over the years. The release of ‘Lootera’ marked his debut in the Bollywood industry in 2013. However, the role that brought him recognition was in ‘A Death in the Gunj’ (2017) which got him a nomination in Filmfare Award for the Best Actor - Critics. ‘Half Girlfriend’ (2017) and 'Chhapaak’ (2020) became two of his best-known movies. His role in ‘Mirzapur’, ‘Broken But Beautiful’, and ‘Criminal Justice’ gave him a massive breakthrough in the industry. In 2021, Massey was cast in Netflix’s ‘Haseen Dillruba’ alongside Tapsee Pannu, which was a hit amongst the audience.

02 Dec 2024

Apurva Asrani

'It takes guts': Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta defends Massey's retirement decision

In a shocking move, actor Vikrant Massey recently announced his retirement from acting after 2025. The actor shared the news on Instagram on Monday.

02 Dec 2024

Narendra Modi

PM Modi to watch Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will watch the recently released The Sabarmati Report on Monday at 4:00pm in Delhi's Balyogi Auditorium, reported ANI.

02 Dec 2024

Bollywood

Did threats to his 9-month-old baby prompt Vikrant Massey's retirement

Renowned actor Vikrant Massey, who recently announced his retirement from acting, has been in the spotlight after a resurfaced comment about threats to his infant son.

Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' earns ₹28.25cr in 17 days

The Sabarmati Report, a film directed by Dheeraj Sarna and produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Vikir Films Production, has come a long way at the box office.

02 Dec 2024

Balika Vadhu

'Time to go home...': Vikrant Massey announces retirement from acting

In a shocking development, actor Vikrant Massey announced his retirement from acting at 37.

01 Dec 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' is stable; collects ₹26cr in 16 days

Directed by Dheeraj Sarna, The Sabarmati Report starring Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra has continued to perform steadily at the box office.

30 Nov 2024

Box Office Collection

'The Sabarmati Report' grows; crosses ₹24cr mark after 15 days

The political thriller The Sabarmati Report, headlined by Vikrant Massey and directed by Dheeraj Sarna, received a boost in its box office earnings on Cinema Lovers Day (Friday).

29 Nov 2024

Ashutosh Gowariker

IFFI 2024: Complete list of winners

Lithuanian drama Toxic, directed by Saule Bliuvaite, has bagged the Best Film award at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.

29 Nov 2024

Box Office

Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' collects ₹22cr in 2 weeks

Vikrant Massey's latest film, The Sabarmati Report, has breezed through its second week at the box office, collecting ₹22cr.

28 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

'The Sabarmati Report' sees a dip; earns ₹21.25cr after Day-13

The Sabarmati Report, the investigative drama starring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra, has witnessed a decline in box office collection on its 13th day.

27 Nov 2024

Amit Shah

'The Sabarmati Report' remains steady; collects ₹20.4cr after Day 12

Vikrant Massey's latest film, The Sabarmati Report, has crossed the ₹20cr mark at the box office on its 12th day of release. Despite a major drop in numbers, the film continues to hold strong.

26 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' falls hard on 2nd Monday; earns ₹19.45cr

The political drama The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey, is witnessing a major slowdown at the box office.

25 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' outperforms 'Singham Again'; earns ₹18.6cr by Day-10

The Sabarmati Report, a film featuring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Riddhi Dogra, has received a major boost at the box office.

24 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' crosses ₹15cr mark on Day 9

The Sabarmati Report, directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra in key roles, has crossed the ₹15cr mark at the Indian box office.

23 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' earns over ₹12cr in 8 days

The Sabarmati Report, directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra in key roles, has crossed the ₹12cr mark at the domestic box office.

22 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' maintains momentum; earns ₹11.45cr in 7 days

The political drama The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna, has wrapped its first week at the box office with a total collection of ₹11.45cr.

22 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

'The Sabarmati Report': States that declared it tax-free so far

The Sabarmati Report, a Vikrant Massey-starrer film, has been declared tax-free in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.

21 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' remains steady; earns ₹10.35cr in 6 days

The political drama The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna in lead roles, has crossed the ₹10 crore mark at the box office.

21 Nov 2024

Box Office

What happens when a film is declared tax-free

Vikrant Massey's latest Hindi film, The Sabarmati Report (TSR) has become the latest movie to get the tax-free label from multiple states.

20 Nov 2024

Rajasthan

'Sabarmati Report' goes tax-free in Rajasthan after MP, Haryana, Chhattisgarh

The Hindi film The Sabarmati Report, inspired by the 2002 Godhra train burning incident in Gujarat, has been declared tax-free in Rajasthan.

20 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' maintains pace; collects ₹235.25cr in 19 days

The horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan, continues to rule the box office with a total collection of around ₹235.25cr in only 19 days.

20 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' stays strong; earns ₹8.75cr by Day 5

Vikrant Massey's latest film, The Sabarmati Report, continues to perform steadily at the box office, inching closer to the ₹10cr mark with an estimated collection of ₹8.75cr nett till Tuesday.

19 Nov 2024

Madhya Pradesh

'The Sabarmati Report': Vikrant Massey-led film declared tax-free in MP

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that The Sabarmati Report, a film based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, will be tax-free in the state.

19 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' remains steady on 1st Monday; earns ₹7.45cr

Vikrant Massey's latest film, The Sabarmati Report, has continued its steady run at the box office, raking in ₹1.1cr on its first Monday. This takes the film's total earnings to ₹7.45cr in merely four days since its release last Friday.

19 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

'Singham Again' falls hard; earns ₹231.85cr after 18 days

Ajay Devgn's latest actioner, Singham Again, witnessed a massive drop in box office collection on its third Monday.

19 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' slows down; earns ₹233.05cr in 18 days 

Kartik Aaryan's latest horror-comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has continued its strong run at the box office, collecting an estimated ₹233.05cr by its third Monday.

18 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' remains steady; earns ₹6.35cr after opening weekend

The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra, has been receiving positive reviews from audiences and critics alike.

17 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

'The Sabarmati Report': Producer reveals why original director was replaced

Amul Mohan, one of the producers of Vikrant Massey's The Sabarmati Report, has dismissed rumors that political disagreements led to original director Ranjan Chandel's exit and subsequent reshoots.

17 Nov 2024

Narendra Modi

'Truth is coming out...': PM Modi lauds 'The Sabarmati Report'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the recent Hindi film The Sabarmati Report.

17 Nov 2024

Box Office Collection

'The Sabarmati Report' grows; mints over ₹3cr in two days

The Hindi thriller The Sabarmati Report, directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, has witnessed a marginal growth in its box office collection on day two.

16 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

Where to watch 'The Sabarmati Report' post-theatrical run

The Sabarmati Report, a Hindi drama thriller starring Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna, hit theaters on Friday.

16 Nov 2024

Box Office

'The Sabarmati Report' starts slow; earns ₹1.15cr on Day 1

The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna, has opened on a dull note at the box office.

15 Nov 2024

Movie Review

'The Sabarmati Report' review—Vikrant Massey can't save this scattershot drama

The Sabarmati Report, directed by Dheeraj Sarna (who replaced Ranjan Chandel), was finally released on Friday after numerous delays.

14 Nov 2024

Censor Board (CBFC)

Vikrant Massey reveals real reason behind 'The Sabarmati Report' delay

The much-awaited The Sabarmati Report, a film based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, is all set to hit theaters on Friday.

14 Nov 2024

2002 Gujarat Riots

'The Sabarmati Report': What happened in the 2002 train tragedy

Vikrant Massey will be seen in The Sabarmati Report, a Dheeraj Sarna directorial inspired by real-life events.

11 Nov 2024

Bollywood

Vikrant Massey's 'Muslims are not in danger' comment sparks debate

Vikrant Massey, who has starred in films like Chhapaak and 12th Fail, has landed in the eye of a storm after his recent comments on social media debates on religious safety in India.

07 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

Vikrant Massey reveals receiving death threats over 'The Sabarmati Report'

Actor Vikrant Massey, at the trailer launch of his upcoming film The Sabarmati Report on Wednesday, revealed that he has been receiving death threats on social media.

04 Nov 2024

Raashii Khanna

Barkha Singh part of Vikrant Massey's 'Sabarmati Report'? Find out

Barkha Singh has been roped in as Vikrant Massey's love interest in the highly-anticipated film The Sabarmati Report, according to Filmfare.

30 Oct 2024

Raashii Khanna

Ektaa revives 'Kyunki Saas Bhi...' song for 'The Sabarmati Report'

Celebrated producer Ektaa Kapoor will reintroduce the iconic song Ram Ram from her hit TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi in her upcoming film The Sabarmati Report.

28 Oct 2024

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

'Zero Se Restart' to showcase '12th Fail' making; motion-poster out 

Acclaimed filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra has unveiled the digital motion poster of his upcoming film, Zero Se Restart.

27 Oct 2024

Ruskin Bond

Vikrant Massey, Shanaya Kapoor start shooting for 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'

Vikrant Massey (37) and Shanaya Kapoor (24) have started shooting for their next film, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, reported Pinkvilla.

Teaser: Vikrant investigates unsolved Godhra train tragedy in 'Sabarmati Report'

The recently released teaser of the upcoming film The Sabarmati Report has piqued audience interest with its promise of an "eye-opening journey" through a significant event in Indian history.

24 Oct 2024

Raashii Khanna

Vikrant Massey redefines vengeance in new 'The Sabarmati Report' poster

The upcoming film, The Sabarmati Report, has piqued audience interest with the release of its compelling motion poster.

22 Oct 2024

Siddharth Anand

Vikrant Massey in talks to play Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Actor Vikrant Massey is said to be in advanced talks to play global spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in an upcoming international thriller.

05 Oct 2024

Bollywood

Shanaya Kapoor to debut opposite Vikrant in 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'

Shanaya Kapoor, the 24-year-old daughter of Sanjay Kapoor, is reportedly finally set to make her Bollywood debut.

29 Sep 2024

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Will '12th Fail' be submitted to the Oscars? Director reveals

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who directed 12th Fail, has expressed gratitude for the film's immense positive reception.

29 Sep 2024

Bollywood

'12th Fail': Why Vidhu Vinod Chopra didn't cast established 'stars'

Vikrant Massey's 12th Fail, released last year, has made waves due to its inspiring narrative and stellar performances.

23 Sep 2024

Raashii Khanna

'The Sabarmati Report': Why original director left the film

Ranjan Chandel, the original director of the upcoming film The Sabarmati Report, has spoken out about his replacement.

19 Sep 2024

Raashii Khanna

Vikrant's 'The Sabarmati Report' will now hit theaters in November

The much-awaited film, The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra, has been postponed once again.

13 Sep 2024

Netflix

'Sector 36' review: Vikrant Massey can't save this botched film

Aditya Nimbalkar's Sector 36, released on Netflix on Friday, is the quintessential case of an idea that sounds strong on paper but is brought down to its knees when it comes to execution.

11 Sep 2024

Asif Ali

'Sector 36'-'Emily in Paris': You can't miss these OTT releases 

As we step into a new week, a fresh lineup of films and series is set to hit various OTT platforms.

05 Sep 2024

Deepak Dobriyal

'Sector 36' trailer: Creepy kidnapper Vikrant Massey will haunt you!

Netflix has unveiled the trailer for its highly-anticipated crime thriller, Sector 36, starring Vikrant Massey.

30 Aug 2024

Adarsh Gourav

Don't miss these 7 Hindi films releasing this September

Bollywood, known for its diverse genres and compelling storylines, is set to release a slew of exciting films this September.

23 Aug 2024

Arshad Warsi

Arshad Warsi reunites with 'Munna Bhai' director Rajkumar Hirani

Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, known for his successful Munna Bhai franchise, is set to make his digital debut with a cybercrime thriller series.

19 Aug 2024

Alia Bhatt

IIFA 2024: 'Animal' leads with 11 nominations; Ranbir, Ranveer nominated

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) announced the nominations for its 2024 edition on Monday.

IFFM: '12th Fail' wins Best Film; Kartik declared Best Actor

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2024 announced its winners on Friday, with the Vikrant Massey-starrer 12th Fail bagging the Best Film award.

12 Aug 2024

Deepak Dobriyal

OTT: When, where to watch Vikrant Massey's 'Sector 36'

Vikrant Massey, who has recently been in the spotlight for his role in Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, is all set to star in a new film titled Sector 36.

09 Aug 2024

Movie Review

'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' review: An unnecessary, overlong, below-average sequel 

Making direct sequels is an uphill climb because there's immense pressure to do justice to the expectations set by the first part.

06 Aug 2024

Haseen Dillruba

Vikrant Massey's chilling confession: Actor had a near-fatal schoolyard incident

In a recent interview on the Prakhar Ke Pravachan podcast, Indian actor Vikrant Massey opened up about a personal incident from his school days that significantly changed his perspective on violence.

06 Aug 2024

Adarsh Gourav

Vikrant, Rasika, Adarsh to lead panel discussion at IFFM 2024

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2024 has announced its panel lineup, featuring prominent Indian actors Vikrant Massey, Rasika Dugal, and Adarsh Gourav.

06 Aug 2024

Kanika Dhillon

'Haseen Dillruba' to return? Taapsee Pannu hints at third installment

Three years after the successful release of Haseen Dillruba, actors Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey are teaming up once again for the film's sequel, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba.

05 Aug 2024

Kanika Dhillon

Crocodiles play key-role in 'Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba'; here's how

Writer-creator Kanika Dhillon has unveiled a unique aspect of her latest, Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba, featuring Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and Sunny Kaushal.

30 Jul 2024

Shah Rukh Khan

'Borderline woke' generation would 'denounce' SRK's song today: Vikrant Massey

Following the resounding success of 12th Fail, Vikrant Massey is set to return with the eagerly-anticipated Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba, alongside Taapsee Pannu and Sunny Kaushal.

25 Jul 2024

Bhushan Kumar

'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' trailer: Will Rani-Rishu get happy ending

The eagerly awaited trailer for the sequel Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba has been released, featuring Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey reprising their roles as Rani and Rishu.

17 Jul 2024

Haseen Dillruba

'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' first look unveiled

The first look posters for the much-awaited sequel to the romantic thriller Haseen Dillruba, titled Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, were unveiled on Wednesday.

15 Jul 2024

Haseen Dillruba

'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' arrives on Netflix in August

The eagerly awaited sequel to Haseen Dillruba, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, is slated to premiere on Netflix on August 9.

Tushar Hiranandani reshoots 'strong scenes' of 'The Sabarmati Report'

Director Tushar Hiranandani, fresh off the success of his recent hit Srikanth, is currently reshooting parts of the upcoming political thriller The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey.

06 Jul 2024

Raashii Khanna

Release of Vikrant Massey-led 'The Sabarmati Report' delayed again: Report

The release of the much-anticipated political thriller, The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey, has reportedly been postponed for a second time.

30 May 2024

Mouni Roy

'Blackout' trailer unveiled: Vikrant Massey's adventurous night goes wrong

The trailer for the much-awaited comedy thriller, Blackout, featuring Vikrant Massey, Sunil Grover, and Mouni Roy, was released on Thursday.

21 May 2024

Mouni Roy

'Blackout' teaser: Vikrant Massey, Mouni Roy star in intriguing thriller

The much-awaited teaser for the film Blackout has been released, featuring actors Vikrant Massey, Mouni Roy, and Sunil Grover. The film offers a unique blend of comedy and thriller elements.

16 Apr 2024

China

'12th Fail' set for wide release in China

Vikrant Massey, the lead actor of Vidhu Vinod Chopra's critically acclaimed film 12th Fail, has confirmed a major release of the movie in China.

12 Apr 2024

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Vinod Chopra Films unveils new project, 'Zero Se Restart'

Vinod Chopra Films has announced its next cinematic project, a film titled Zero Se Restart.

07 Apr 2024

Upcoming Movies

Producer Amul Mohan calls Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' emotion-driven

Amul Mohan, the producer of the forthcoming political thriller The Sabarmati Report, recently revealed that he had offered the project to Vikrant Massey before the release of his successful film, 12th Fail.

06 Apr 2024

Ruskin Bond

Vikrant Massey to play blind musician in Ruskin Bond adaptation

Fresh off his 2023 hit 12th Fail, Vikrant Massey is now set to take on the role of a blind musician in his upcoming project, reported Peeping Moon.

10 Mar 2024

Yami Gautam Dhar

Analyzing trend of political films being released during election season 

Since art has the power to sway people and mold opinions, should filmmakers steer clear of sensationalism? Ideally yes, but in reality, they don't.

06 Mar 2024

Manoj Bajpayee

Critics' Choice Awards: Vikrant Massey, Shahid Kapoor's 'Farzi' lead nominations

The sixth annual Critics' Choice Awards has unveiled its list of nominees, with Vikrant Massey earning a Best Actor nod for his performance in 12th Fail.

22 Feb 2024

IMDb

'12th Fail' actor Medha Shankr wins IMDb Breakout Star award

Medha Shankr has been honored with IMDb's Breakout Star title for her outstanding performance in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's social drama, 12th Fail.

21 Feb 2024

Bollywood

'All India Rank': Vikrant Massey unveils 'Thehar Zara' music video

Varun Grover is one of the most promising writer-lyricists in Bollywood.

08 Feb 2024

IMDb

'12th Fail' in IMDb's Global Top 50 list; creates history

Once in a while, there comes a film that emerges to be viewers' favorite for its hard-hitting relatable content and brilliant storytelling.

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