Medha Shankr
Acting
Biography
Medha Shankr (born 1 August 1997) is an Indian actress who is known for her works in Hindi films. She is a trained Hindustani classical singer and completed her master's degree in Fashion Management from National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi. She made her acting debut with the British miniseries Beecham House (2019) and followed it with supporting roles in the film Shaadisthan and the series Dil Bekaraar (both 2021). She achieved her breakthrough with the biographical drama 12th Fail (2023), which won her the Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut.
Known For
Based on the true story of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, 12th Fail sheds limelight on fearlessly embracing the idea of restarting the academic journey despite the setbacks and challenges and reclaiming one's destiny at a place where millions of students attempt the world's toughest competitive exam: UPSC.
12th Fail
A mismatched pair, with a storyline involving a wrestler and a vibrant girl, combining romance, comedy, and drama.
Ginny Wedss Sunny 2
Set in 1980s' Delhi, Debjani, an easy-going English newsreader, meets Dylan, a fiery journalist. It's a clash of ideals with a strong dose of attraction.
Dil Bekaraar
Max and Min are about to break up. They argue endlessly about dividing their possessions, including their cat, Meowzaki, whom they have named after their favorite artist Miyazaki Hayao. Max’s father Ramesh, who lost his wife and has since been suffering from insomnia, meets charming therapist Dhaara. Max’s grandfather Sridhar, secretly enjoys drinking with his new friend Jennifer at the nursing home.
Max, Min and Meowzaki
An accidental road trip from Mumbai to Ajmer with a quirky wedding band forces Arshie’s orthodox parents to open their eyes to a new way of life.
Shaadisthan
Offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the critically acclaimed film 12th Fail. Featuring Vikrant Massey and visionary director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the documentary reveals the untold challenges, meticulous efforts, and sheer determination that shaped the movie's success. From Massey's commitment to authenticity-aging his costumes himself-to Chopra's relentless pursuit of excellence, Zero Se Restart captures the resilience and teamwork essential to creating cinematic magic.
Zero Se Restart
An upcoming film.