At His Career Peak, Vikrant Massey Announces Retirement After Two Final Films 'Yaar Jigri' and 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan', and Wins Personality of the Year Award
Recently, one of the best Bollywood stars ever, Vikrant Massey, who acted in so many hits like 12th Fail and Haseen Dillruba shocked audiences by announcing that he wanted to retire from films after 2025. Here's what the dashing 37-year-old explained in a touching note shared on Instagram.
According to him, he thinks he's in a position where it is time to recharge for a more personal life-manship like husband, father, or son. Even at the peak of his career, Massey feels the necessity to go home and prioritize his family and spend time with them.
Instagram Note: Vikrant Expresses Gratitude
In an emotional note on Instagram, Vikrant has come forward to express deep gratitude and thank people for supporting him over the years. "The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your indelible support. But as I move forward, I realize it's time to recalibrate and go back home," Vikrant said in the Instagram post. Two upcoming movies, Yaar Jigri and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, are going to be his last movies before his retirement in 2025.
The news was shocking to his fans, many of whom expressed surprise and disappointment. Many messages were posted on his social media asking him to reconsider. A fan commented, "Why would you do that? There are hardly any actors like you." Another added, "You are at the peak of your career, why retire now?"
Vikrant's cinematic journey has been replete with great performances. He shot to fame first in the popular television show Balika Vadhu and then in his first film Lootera released in 2013. Vikrant Massey's filmography also boasts of important performances in A Death in the Gunj, Ginny Weds Sunny, Love Hostel, and 12th Fail, where he gave an outstanding performance as the officer who rises from rags to riches.
Vikrant Massey: Personality of the Year
As part of this major career announcement, Vikrant was also awarded Personality of the Year at the recently held International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. He was recognized for his brilliant contribution to cinema, especially for 12th Fail, which really connected to the audience and critics in general.
Vikrant's decision to quit, though surprising, shows his desire to prioritize his family while leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the film industry. His two final films will no doubt be highly anticipated as fans bid farewell to one of the most versatile actors of his generation.
In short, his decision to retire comes at a time when his career is at its peak, but Vikrant's focus is now shifting to his personal life. His legacy as a versatile actor will continue to inspire many in the industry for years to come.