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3 Idiots

  • 2009
  • PG-13
  • 2h 50m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
459K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
810
62
Sharman Joshi, Aamir Khan, and Madhavan in 3 Idiots (2009)
3 Idiots is a movie starring Aamir Khan, Madhavan, and Mona Singh. Two friends are searching for their long lost companion. They revisit their college days and recall the memories of their friend who inspired them to think differently, even as the rest of the world called them "idiots".
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Two friends are searching for their long lost companion. They revisit their college days and recall the memories of their friend who inspired them to think differently, even as the rest of t... Read allTwo friends are searching for their long lost companion. They revisit their college days and recall the memories of their friend who inspired them to think differently, even as the rest of the world called them "idiots".Two friends are searching for their long lost companion. They revisit their college days and recall the memories of their friend who inspired them to think differently, even as the rest of the world called them "idiots".

  • Director
    • Rajkumar Hirani
  • Writers
    • Abhijat Joshi
    • Rajkumar Hirani
    • Vidhu Vinod Chopra
  • Stars
    • Aamir Khan
    • Madhavan
    • Mona Singh
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.4/10
    459K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    810
    62
    • Director
      • Rajkumar Hirani
    • Writers
      • Abhijat Joshi
      • Rajkumar Hirani
      • Vidhu Vinod Chopra
    • Stars
      • Aamir Khan
      • Madhavan
      • Mona Singh
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 59Critic reviews
    • 67Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #85
    • Awards
      • 64 wins & 30 nominations total

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    Aamir Khan
    Aamir Khan
    • Rancho
    Madhavan
    Madhavan
    • Farhan
    • (as R. Madhavan)
    Mona Singh
    Mona Singh
    • Mona
    Sharman Joshi
    Sharman Joshi
    • Raju
    Kareena Kapoor
    Kareena Kapoor
    • Pia
    Boman Irani
    Boman Irani
    • Viru Sahastrabudhhe
    Omi Vaidya
    Omi Vaidya
    • Chatur
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    • Ranchoddas Chanchad
    • (as Javed Jaffrey)
    Parikshit Sahni
    Parikshit Sahni
    • Farhan's Father
    • (as Pareekshit Sahani)
    Olivier Lafont
    • Suhas
    • (as Sanjay Lafont)
    Rahul Kumar
    Rahul Kumar
    • Millimeter
    Amardeep Jha
    Amardeep Jha
    • Raju's Mother
    Farida Dadi
    Farida Dadi
    • Farhan's Mother
    Mukund Bhatt
    Mukund Bhatt
    • Raju's Father
    Chaitali Bose
    • Raju's Sister
    Jayant Kripalani
    • Campus Interview Panel Head
    • (as Jayant Kriplani)
    Arun Bali
    Arun Bali
    • Shamaldas Chanchad
    • (as Aron Baali)
    Shoaib Ahmed
    • Chhote
    • Director
      • Rajkumar Hirani
    • Writers
      • Abhijat Joshi
      • Rajkumar Hirani
      • Vidhu Vinod Chopra
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Summary

    Reviewers say '3 Idiots' is celebrated for its humor, emotional depth, and critique of the Indian education system. Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi deliver strong performances, and the film's catchphrases resonate. However, it is criticized for a clichéd plot, exaggerated scenes, and unrealistic elements. Some fault the character development and portrayal of suicide, claiming it oversimplifies complex issues. Despite these flaws, many find it entertaining and inspiring.
    AI-generated from the text of user reviews

    Featured reviews

    10pawanpunjabithewriter

    THE BEST OF BOLLYWOOD; please sing along....

    When I was 13, I had my first movie-love; There was nothing that compared to this movie; Nobody could eva stop me watchn this cult; It had me goin crazy, oh I was star-struck!

    Watched every weekend, didn't need no other work; Made me laugh made me cry made me become what I am today; Inspired me, motivated me to achieve success every day;

    I was choking in the crowd, it made me roar aloud; I was nowhere in my career, it made me a flourisher; I used to be havin a bad time, it took me to cloud nine; I was in pieces, it fixed me; It made me a it made me a believer, believer.

    I was in pieces, it fixed me.

    It gave me another chance, I grew up once again Na na na.... Na na na.... Na na na.... Na na nana na....
    10Fella_shibby

    Finally a masterpiece from Bollywood. Aamir Khan is the best thing to happen to Bollywood.

    Awesome film man. Saw this with my family in a theatre. Worth every penny n worth every minute. Never seen such an amazing film from Bollywood. What is so great about the movie is that it moves you, it gives you hope. It is a simple film, yet it has an everlasting message. The last 30 mins were beautifully shot. Very good direction by Hirani. The star cast is good n Aamir khan steals the show. The editing is top notch. U don't feel bore for even a sec. Awesome screenplay. It's hands down the best film in the history of Bollywood.
    9joseelfabuloso45

    Very good movie!

    This is the very first time i write a review, mostly because I'm very lazy.

    However I just watched this film and i gotta admit it...

    I loved it!!!!

    At first i was like well "lets see what this movie has to offer"

    (btw its also the first Indian movie I've ever seen) and I was like okay

    its funny and then... like wow so thoughtful and reflexive! It really

    made me meditate about my career and my real dreams! Its a very good

    movie! I'll recommend it to all my friends!

    You must watch it!

    All is Well!
    Watching

    easily the best Indian movie in 2009.... and one of the best ever

    I was lucky to see the first day show of 3 idiots on Thursday in Dubai. Well the title of this post says it all. The movie is an example of classic film making. brilliant and highly entertaining.

    Watch 3 idiots for a) amir khan's incredible acting b) intelligent and highly energatic screenplay & direction (Rajkumar Hirani has done it yet again!) c) amazing chemistry among actors, d) some of the best comedy scenes coming from Indian cinema in a long time and e) a heart warming story which keeps you spell binded right till the end.

    I would rate it as among the best from amir khan (which obviously means among the very best from bollywood. I would also give a lot of credit to the director rajkumar hirani, who after this movie (and his previous munna bhai series) should rank as among the top in bollywood too. 9/10.
    8lanacastillo49

    more than just a laugh...taught me great life lessons as well

    I'm from the Philippines. For years, I have always been curious about Indian cinema. I've seen clips of Indian films on cable TV and to be honest...I just don't get it. I don't get all the silly dancing and singing in almost all movies. I find it so corny and irrelevant to the story. But don't get me wrong, Philippine movies back in the 80's were also filled with corny singing and dancing. But we have gone past those and transitioned into movie-making based on good scripts...rather than cheesy story lines.

    When a friend of mine recommended this movie, I haven't really heard of it. I thought it was a Hollywood release but it wasn't. It was a Bollywood movie. He said it was really funny, so out of curiosity, I got hold of a copy.

    My first thought was that it was nothing but a silly story of 3 guys doing slapstick comedy that I have all seen before. When they started singing "All iz well.." I told myself... I knew it! Just what I thought.

    But as the movie progressed...I was amazed at the intelligence embedded in this movie. I was so impressed with the smart dialogues delivered by Amir Khan. It was so mature and thought-provoking. The life crisis all of them were in... the pressures at school..the pressures from society and the pressures from family as well... they rang so true. I was even at one time crying my heart out. I can't believe it! All the preconceived notions about a Bollywood movie were obliterated. I was so moved by this picture and I have no regrets seeing it.

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    • Trivia
      Although Rancho is seen as a college student for most of the film, Aamir Khan who played the character was 44 years old when the film was made. In real life, he is only 6 years younger than Boman Irani, the actor who played "Virus," the director of the college.
    • Goofs
      During the baby delivery scenes, supposedly taking place around 2003, both parties engaged in the video chat use Google Chrome web browser which was not released until 2008.
    • Quotes

      Machine Class Professor: Why are you back?

      Rancho: Sir, I forgot to take something...

      Machine Class Professor: What?

      Rancho: Instruments that record, analyse, summarise, organise, debate and explain information; that are illustrated, non-illustrated, hardbound, paperback, jacketed, non-jacketed; with foreword, introduction, table of contents, index; that are indented for the enlightenment, understanding, enrichment, enhancement and education of the human brain through sensory route of vision - sometimes touch.

      Machine Class Professor: [confused] What are you trying to say?

      Rancho: Books sir! I forgot to take my books.

    • Connections
      Featured in 55th Idea Filmfare Awards (2010)
    • Soundtracks
      Aal Izz Well
      Music by Shantanu Moitra

      Lyrics by Swanand Kirkire

      Performed by Sonu Nigam, Swanand Kirkire, Shaan

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 25, 2009 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official site
      • SonyLIV (IN)
    • Languages
      • Hindi
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 3 Chàng Ngốc
    • Filming locations
      • IIM Campus, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
    • Production company
      • Vinod Chopra Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • ₹550,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $6,532,874
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $1,645,502
      • Dec 27, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $60,262,836
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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