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3 Idiots

  • 2009
  • Tous publics
  • 2h 50m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
460K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
831
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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
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.4/10
    460K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    831
    12
    • 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
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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.
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    Featured reviews

    9naman-avastol

    Aal izz very, very, very, very, very Well

    "Whatever the problem in life is... just say to yourself 'Aal Izz Well'.. This wont solve your problems but it will give the courage to face it.." "Chase Excellence and success will follow".. " Life is not about getting marks, grades but chasing your dreams".. These are the golden rules which 3 IDIOTS teaches you in a very light and entertaining way.. The movie makes you laugh and in the process you learn many golden rules which can alter your life in a big manner...

    3 actors from the path-breaking blockbuster RANG DE BASANTI( Aamir, Sharman, Madhvan) team up together with Rajkumar Hirani.. It couldn't get bigger! Loosely based on blockbuster novel ' Five Point Someone ' by Chetan Bhagat the movie deals with the present education system in India that whether getting more marks and better grades is better than gaining knowledge and is mugging up everything more useful than understanding it..

    The movie has many hilarious scenes and everyone in the film form Aamir to Boman Irani to Omi Vaidya were superb in their roles.. Aamir has outdone himself.. Never in the film he has looked 44 year old... Film's music sounds mediocre but when viewed on the screen then the music sounds perfect.. Cinematography is awesome and so is the direction.. Raju Hirani's screenplay(you can easily ignore a few loose points) is a masterpiece and the film will achieve cult status for engineering students in a short period of time.. It has the soul which Five Point Someone had.. It is easily Aamir Khan's finest film to date.. The film's climax is fantabulous and is a shocker.. It takes everyone by surprise...

    To conclude 3 IDIOTS has the potential to break all records and sweep all awards.. Watch it... You will Love it...

    My Rating: 9/10

    Thanks and Regards
    10planktonrules

    Wonderfully entertaining.

    It's hard for me to review this film, as I have not seen a huge number of Indian films--probably no more than a couple dozen. Most of the ones I've seen were wonderfully entertaining but I am far from an expert on Bollywood. Because of this, I have a hard time knowing how good this film is relative to other films from this country. So, consider this when you read this review. This may be among the very best India has to offer or it just seems that way to me.

    Like so many Indian films, this is a very, very long film--with a run-time of almost three hours. When a movie is bad or just okay, this can seem like forever, but since "3 Idiots" is a very, very good film I loved its length. And, like most films of the genre, it has its share of the usual singing and dancing so foreign to films from other countries. One thing you should know, however, is that defining the type of film it is isn't really easy. Much of it is a comedy, but it also has many poignant moments (keep the Kleenex nearby), some existential moments where they explore the meaning of life and work and it's also a tender film about friendship. And, as my daughter pointed out when she saw the film, she loved that the men in the movie are not afraid to cry--something you rarely see in western films.

    As for the plot, it's very long and involved and I could recount what occurs. But I don't want to spoil a single wonderful moment, so my advice is just sit back and watch--and if you give it a chance, I can almost guarantee you'll have a great time with this poignant and funny film. Wonderful and well worth your time--with a delightful script, wonderful characters and lots of moments that made me smile...and a few that brought me to tears. See this film.
    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.
    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....
    9donutpizza

    Wow this American loves this movie

    I asked my co-workers to recommend a Bollywood movie. I expected "Dumb and Dumber" by the title. It wasn't that at all. It is more of an inspirational comedy with some serious but good messages. A more accurate title would have been "The Legend of Rancho".

    Odd to me is that they speak in part English, part Hindi through the movie, kinda like some speak "Spanglish" here I suppose. I know none of the actors but the acting was good, and there was plenty of humor. The characters were believable. Most movie dancing I find a little silly but I even liked the dancing routines in the bathroom.

    I will be asking my co-workers for more recommendations after this one!

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    Storyline

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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 24, 2009 (France)
    • 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

    Tech specs

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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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