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Failed 9th Grade to India's Favorite Storyteller | mtiaz Ali

When Imtiaz Ali failed Class 9, he was so afraid of being judged that he walked all the way to the school gate and turned back home—for two days straight. 💔 But that setback became the turning point of his life. Instead of memorising lessons, he learned to truly understand them.

Jun 24, 2026Positivity +72
Failed 9th Grade to India's Favorite Storyteller | mtiaz Ali

When Imtiaz Ali failed Class 9, he was so afraid of being judged that he walked all the way to the school gate and turned back home—for two days straight. 💔 But that setback became the turning point of his life. Instead of memorising lessons, he learned to truly understand them.

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