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3 Idiots

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In college, Farhan and Raju form a great bond with Rancho due to his positive and refreshing outlook on life. Years later, a bet gives them a chance to look for their long-lost friend whose existence seems rather elusive.

Critics Reviews

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Namrata Joshi Outlook 05/04/2015
3/4
Raju Hirani continues with the overly moral tone that defined his previous films. But it does say something of his surefootedness and craft that you still listen to him and enjoy the many lessons he teaches you. Go to Full Review
Shubhra Gupta The Indian Express 05/04/2015
3/5
3 Idiots was good in parts, but it didn't blow me away. Go to Full Review
Anil Sinanan Time Out 05/04/2015
4/5
This quirky well-acted film proves, as the title track says, that generally 'all is well' with commercial Hindi cinema. Go to Full Review
Sakhi Thirani Common Sense Media 09/26/2023
3/5
However, where 3 Idiots fails is in its blatant obsession over seriously problematic rape jokes that continually punctuate the film. Go to Full Review
Nikhat Kazmi The Times of India 05/04/2015
5/5
Aamir Khan is stupendous as the rule-breaker Rancho. But the rest of the cast doesn't remain in the shadows. Go to Full Review
Sudhish Kamath The Hindu 05/04/2015
Take your hankies along, wipe off those tears every now and then and smile. Go to Full Review
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Audience Reviews

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Faisal I @RT39799176 4h Greatest movie of all time See more Priyanka O @Velora 1d 3 Idiots perfectly blends humor, emotion and powerful life lessons. It challenges the pressure of chasing grades and reminds us to follow our passion. Brilliant performances, memorable dialogues and a timeless message make it a film worth watching again and again. A true masterpiece See more Faiz S @RT19049740 Jun 24 3 Idiots is one of those rare movies that gets better as you grow older. When I first watched it, I enjoyed the comedy. Watching it again years later, I realized it’s really about choosing curiosity over pressure and courage over expectations. What I liked most is that it doesn’t glorify success; it questions the price people pay to achieve it. The movie reminds us that talent grows where there is passion, not where there is fear. A simple film on the surface, but the lessons stay with you long after the credits roll. See more Noor S @NoorS Jun 22 3 Idiots is a heartwarming and thought-provoking film that blends comedy, friendship and life lessons perfectly. Led by a brilliant performance from Aamir Khan, the movie challenges the pressure-filled education system while encouraging people to follow their passion. With memorable characters, emotional moments and timeless humor, the film remains entertaining and relevant even years after its release. See more R T @VermaRaj90 Jun 13 3 Idiots is one of those rare movies that manages to be funny, emotional and thought-provoking at the same time. The story follows three engineering students as they navigate academic pressure, friendship and the search for true success. Through humor and memorable moments, the film challenges the idea that grades and degrees are the only measures of achievement. 3 Idiots features standout performances from Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi. Success isn't about chasing money or status. It's about pursuing excellence, staying curious and doing what you genuinely love. See more Nishant M @Nishant08 Jun 11 3 Idiots is one of those rare films that is funny, emotional and meaningful all at once. It tells a simple story about friendship, pressure and finding what you truly love in life. What makes it stand out is how real it feels, even when it’s funny. The characters stay with you long after the movie ends, especially Rancho, who challenges the way we think about success and education. It makes you laugh but also makes you reflect on your own choices and expectations. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis In college, Farhan and Raju form a great bond with Rancho due to his positive and refreshing outlook on life. Years later, a bet gives them a chance to look for their long-lost friend whose existence seems rather elusive.
Director
Rajkumar Hirani
Producer
Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Screenwriter
Rajkumar Hirani, Abhijit Joshi
Production Co
Vinod Chopra Productions
Rating
PG-13 (Thematic Material|Some Disturbing Images|Crude Humor)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language
Hindi
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 29, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$6.5M
Runtime
2h 40m