Vikrant Massey birthday: 5 times 12th Fail actor landed in controversies

In 2018, Vikrant shared a cartoon depicting Lord Ram and Goddess Sita, aiming to comment on societal issues. The tweet was criticised for being disrespectful to religious sentiments. In February 2024, Vikrant issued an apology, stating it was never his intention to hurt anyone and acknowledging the tweet's distasteful nature. 

During a podcast in late 2024, Vikrant referred to India's independence as 'so-called azaadi,' leading to significant backlash. Many perceived the remark as undermining the country's freedom struggle, resulting in heated debates on social media. ​

In October 2024, Vikrant shared a photo of himself touching his wife Sheetal Thakur's feet during Karwa Chauth, symbolising mutual respect. While some praised the gesture, others trolled him, questioning traditional norms. Vikrant defended his actions, emphasising his family's pluralistic beliefs. ​

Vikrant faced threats for his role in The Sabarmati Report, a film based on the 2002 Godhra train incident. Despite the intimidation, he stood by the project, asserting its factual basis and the importance of storytelling in cinema. ​

Vikrant Massey has expressed support for live-in relationships, citing his own experience with now-wife Sheetal Thakur. However, he has also admitted feeling apprehensive about openly discussing the topic due to potential societal backlash. In a November 2024 interview, he stated, 'I believe in live-in relationships, but again, I'm not propagating it. I'm speechless. I'm even scared to openly talk about it.'