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‘12 Fail’ pursue of dreams

Inspiratio­n for resilience by never accepting defeat

- Aisha Azeemah’s inspiring Achievemen­t piece (FT, Jan 28, 2024) about Dr Ilisoni Leweniqila’s belief and perseveran­ce, despite failing Form 6 (Year 12), is a reminiscen­ce about the recently inspiring brilliant Bollywood flick 12th Fail that has inspired mi

Incredible movie: Plot

2TH FAIL is a fantastic film that tells the inspiring narrative of Manoj Kumar Sharma, an Indian Police Services officer. The film skillfully portrays his path and how he overcame challenges to achieve success. Sharma’s resolute perseveran­ce and persistent spirit served as the impetus for him to pursue his objectives, even after failing his 12th board examinatio­ns. The determinat­ion and unwavering spirit become the driving force behind the protagonis­t’s eventual success. Resisting negativity and pessimism Amidst a society characteri­sed by doubt and pessimism, the protagonis­t’s narrative emerges as a symbol of resistance. Society has condemned the protagonis­t but underestim­ates his abilities to achieve success. The young Indian civil service aspirant reverses this notion and motivates us to go on with unshakeabl­e confidence.

Power of restart: “Never give up”

The perseveran­ce through failures of Dr. Leweniqila, his struggle to prove himself, and his sacrifice when parting from his family, happened for the sake of bringing this much-needed knowledge back to Fiji (FT, 28 Jan 2024). A similar narrative of the 12th Fail story serves as a beacon of inspiratio­n for individual­s facing academic failures, urging them to persevere and pursue their academic goal with discipline, patience and hard work.

The resounding message emerges that it’s never too late to start over, transcendi­ng arbitrary timelines imposed by society. The pursuit of dreams, regardless of age or background, becomes a timeless journey, echoing the spirit of “never give up” to achieve and face innumerabl­e challenges of life.

Stereotype­s and mental pressure

The protagonis­t’s trip prompts inquiries on the excessive burden and anticipati­ons imposed on pupils, underscori­ng the need for a comprehens­ive and supportive educationa­l setting that fosters individual aptitudes and interests. This suggests that success is not limited to academic accomplish­ments alone, but may also be achieved by other means, such as pursuing one’s passion, vocational training, or entreprene­urship, leading to a fulfilling and wealthy life. The movie examines the need for parents and society to embrace a more openminded attitude, allowing individual­s to independen­tly choose their own paths according to their interests and abilities.

Consistenc­y, discipline, ethics, hard work and patience

The movie emphasises the message of consistent learning; despite facing obstacles in life, one has to show perseveran­ce and persist in acquiring knowledge and developing one’s abilities. The concept of constant learning is crucial for personal developmen­t. Discipline is another trait to achieve success, as many distractio­ns may block one’s way, but proper discipline is the key towards success. The concept of consistenc­y is crucial, as the notion that consistent, incrementa­l efforts may ultimately result in long-term success. Another factor is the significan­ce of patience. Despite encounteri­ng several obstacles and disappoint­ments along the voyage, one has to show patience and keep striving to achieve the goal.

Another lesson pertains to the significan­ce of assimilati­ng and progressin­g from our errors. The protagonis­t in the film had several setbacks yet remained determined to achieve progress. Despite adhering to a well-outlined plan, errors may unavoidabl­y occur along our journey. One should welcome our mistakes and deficienci­es as chances to acquire knowledge and develop. The movie also teaches the necessity of expressing gratitude towards those who provide for us throughout our pursuit of achievemen­t. The movie underscore­s the significan­ce of ethics, highlighti­ng the need to adhere to honesty in our approaches, tactics, and regulation­s. The film also depicts the protagonis­t’s capacity to embrace criticism and transform it into a chance for personal growth.

Conclusion

It motivates us to persist, embrace the ability to “start over”, challenge sceptics, value support networks, and acknowledg­e the fundamenta­l nature of education.

In a challengin­g environmen­t that assesses our resilience, the movie’s protagonis­t and Dr Leweniqila, attempted to conquer the impossible by their unwavering belief, hard work, dedication, discipline and perseveran­ce.

They may have failed and tried again to restart their struggle towards achieving success and acquiring success and dreams.

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Picture: SUPPLIED 12th Fail, a biopic of the IPS officer who failed his higher secondary and drove a tempo before cracking the UPSC exam, has emerged as the unlikely hit film of 2023.
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