Zero Se Restart, a film chronicling the making of Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s critically acclaimed movie 12th Fail, will hit theatres on December 13, the makers announced on Monday to mark one year of the sleeper hit starring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankr.

The official social media handle of Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films unveiled the motion poster for Zero Se Restart, teasing a raw and candid look into the hurdles the filmmaker faced to bring 12th Fail to life.

“You watched and loved 12th Fail, now discover the story of how it almost never got made and the tenacious filmmaker who simply never gave up! Vidhu Vinod Chopra presents Zero Se Restart. #ZeroSeRestart in cinemas, 13th December,” the caption said.

While Zero Se Restart is not a prequel to 12th Fail, it offers a unique exploration of the struggles and perseverance required to make a film that initially had few believers. Chopra’s decision to spotlight this journey underscores the challenges faced by filmmakers committed to unconventional narratives.

12th Fail, starring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar, initially received a lukewarm response at the box office, earning Rs 69 crore worldwide, but gained a strong following after its release on OTT.

Based on Anurag Pathak’s 2019 book of the same name, the story of 12th Fail follows Manoj Kumar Sharma’s (Vikrant Massey) journey from poverty to the Indian Police Service. Born in Chambal, his life is marked by challenges, including a suspension his father faced for opposing corruption. Manoj initially attempts to cheat in exams but changes after a DSP’s advice. Struggling through financial hardships and failures, he pursues his dream with the help of mentors and friends, eventually becoming an IPS officer.