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3 Idiots(2009)
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8.0(2,818)2h 51m2009-12-23
DramaComedy
3 Idiots Synopsis
Rascal. Joker. Dreamer. Genius... You've never met a college student quite like "Rancho." From the moment he arrives at India's most prestigious university, Rancho's outlandish schemes turn the campus upside down—along with the lives of his two newfound best friends. Together, they make life miserable for "Virus," the school’s uptight and heartless dean. But when Rancho catches the eye of the dean's daughter, Virus sets his sights on flunking out the "3 idiots" once and for all.
3 Idiots (2009) is a drama and comedy film directed by Rajkumar Hirani, released on December 23, 2009 with a runtime of 2h 51m. It stars Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 2,818 ratings.
- Director:
- Rajkumar Hirani
- Writers:
- Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Vir Chopra
- Producers:
- Vidhu Vinod Chopra
- Cinematographer:
- C.K. Muraleedharan
- Composer:
- Shantanu Moitra
- Production:
- Vidhu Vinod Chopra Productions, Vinod Chopra Films
- Budget:
- $9,000,000
- Revenue:
- $70,000,000
- Status:
- Released
3 Idiots (2009) Trailer
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3 Idiots Videos & Clips
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Official Trailer
Trailer
Kamyabi Ka Raaz
Teaser
What is a machine?
Clip
3 Idiots Cast & Crew
Main cast
Aamir Khan
as Ranchoddas "Rancho" Chanchad
R. Madhavan
as Farhan Qureshi
Sharman Joshi
as Raju Rastogi
Kareena Kapoor Khan
as Pia Sahastrabudhhe
Boman Irani
as Viru "Virus" Sahastrabudhhe
Omi Vaidya
as Chatur "Silencer" Ramalingam
Mona Singh
as Mona Sahastrabuddhe
Rahul Kumar
as Millimeter
Parikshat Sahni
as Mr. Qureshi
Farida Dadi
as Mrs. Qureshi
Amardeep Jha
as Mrs. Rastogi
- Mukund Bhatt
Mukund Bhatt
as Mr. Rastogi
Key crew
Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, written by Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Vir Chopra, produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.
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3 Idiots Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 2,818 ratings.
Pratik Ghare
3 Idiots is a brilliant mix of humor, emotion, and inspiration. Aamir Khan shines, and the film’s message about following your passion really hits home. Funny, touching, and unforgettable—a must-watch!
Reviewed on April 18, 2025
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3 Idiots – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch 3 Idiots online?
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3 Idiots (2009) is currently available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in 3 Idiots?
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The main cast of 3 Idiots (2009) includes Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Boman Irani. The film was directed by Rajkumar Hirani. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was 3 Idiots released?
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3 Idiots was released on December 23, 2009 and runs for 2h 51m.
Is 3 Idiots worth watching?
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3 Idiots (2009) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 2,818 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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