Vikrant Massey abruptly announced his retirement from acting on social media, shocking his fans. The actor, who is known for his adaptability and compelling performances, made the surprising choice while going through a period of consecutive success.
Vikrant Massey was awarded the Personality of the Year award at the just concluded 55th International Film Festival (IFFI) in India. At 37, he decided to retire because he wanted to be with his family more. However, he wasn’t the first to leave the field too soon. Other celebrities have startled fans by leaving the profession after a great career.
Vikrant Massey Early life
Meena and Jolly Massey, a Sikh mother and a Christian father, welcomed Massey into the world on April 3, 1987. Moeen is his older brother. After eloping, Massey’s parents, who had been lovers since childhood, got married. Originally from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Massey was born into a middle-class household and brought up in Mumbai, Maharashtra, by his parents.
Massey’s educational history includes attending Versova’s St. Anthony’s High School and completing additional coursework at Bandra, Mumbai’s R. D. National College of Arts & Science. Being a skilled dancer, he made his theatrical debut at the age of seven in theater and dance performances. He chose to pursue a career in the performing arts at a very young age with the help and direction of his teachers and the principal of the school.
The Sabarmati Report Box Office Collection: His Last Film
The Sabarmati Report, now in theaters, was based on the Gujarati Godhra train fire catastrophe of 2002. Sacnilk claims that the film has made ₹28.25 crore at the domestic box office in just 17 days since its premiere. It also turned out to be the biggest opening of Vikrant’s solo lead career when it was released in theaters last month. Though its daily climb in numbers wasn’t as quick, it soon drew similarities to Vikrant’s breakthrough smash from the previous year, Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 12th Fail.
12th Fail turned out to be a sleeper smash, earning ₹56.38 crore at the Indian movie office. Based on the real underdog story of a UPSC applicant, it was produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films. Even after its digital launch on Disney+ Hotstar, 12th Fail continued to draw audiences to theaters a few weeks after its theatrical release. It was screened in Indian theaters for fourteen weeks last year. The Sabarmati Report and 12th Fail were followed by Aditya Nimbalkar’s criminal thriller Section 36, which Vikrant also made available on Netflix India.
Vikrant announces retirement
Vikrant Massey said on his Instagram account on Monday morning, “The past few years and beyond have been phenomenal.” I want to express my gratitude to everyone for their steadfast support (namaste emoji). However, as time passed, I realized that it was time to go back home and reevaluate my role as a husband, father, and son. as an actor as well.
Therefore, we will have our final meeting in 2025. Until the time is appropriate. The last two movies and many years of memories. Again, thank you. The note said, “Forever indebted (red heart emoji).” Vikrant’s next films are Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan and Yaar Jigri.
Conclusion
The multifaceted actor Vikrant Massey, who is praised for his outstanding performances, shocked fans by announcing his retirement. Vikrant, who is well-known for songs like “12th Fail” and “The Sabarmati Report,” was named the IFFI 2024 Personality of the Year. He left behind a legacy of powerful narrative and a bright future in Indian film when, at the age of 37, he put his family before fame.