3 Idiots

3 Idiots is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by Rajkumar Hirani, with a screenplay co-written by Abhijat Joshi. It stars Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor, Boman Irani, and Omi Vaidya.

The film revolves around three engineering students, Farhan Qureshi (Madhavan), Raju Rastogi (Joshi), and Ranchoddas "Rancho" Chanchad (Khan), and their experiences at the prestigious Imperial College of Engineering. It critiques the Indian education system, which emphasizes rote learning over understanding and practical application. The narrative weaves between their college days and a search for Rancho years later.

3 Idiots addresses themes of friendship, societal pressures, the pursuit of passion over conventional success, and the importance of individuality. It gained significant popularity for its humor, social commentary, and heartwarming story. The film received critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time upon its release. It also won numerous awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards and National Film Awards. The film's message resonated with audiences, particularly young people grappling with career choices and academic expectations. It has since achieved cult classic status and continues to be widely discussed and analyzed for its social impact.