"3 Idiots" is a Bollywood movie directed by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film was released in 2009, and it garnered critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of all time at the time of its release. The movie is based on the novel "Five Point Someone" by Chetan Bhagat.
The film follows the life of three friends, Farhan Qureshi (R. Madhavan), Raju Rastogi (Sharman Joshi), and Ranchoddas Shamaldas Chanchad aka "Rancho" (Aamir Khan), who met at the Imperial College of Engineering in New Delhi. While Farhan and Raju are struggling students under the tyrannical regime of the dean, Viru Sahastrabuddhe aka "Virus" (Boman Irani), Rancho is a free-spirited, non-conformist genius who challenges the status quo of the education system.
Amidst the pressures of the college, the three friends bond and experience the highs and lows of their individual journeys. Farhan wants to become a wildlife photographer, but his father wants him to become an engineer. Raju wants to break his poverty cycle, but his financial troubles end up jeopardizing his academic performance. Rancho's mission is to defy the norms of education and pursue knowledge for the sake of learning, rather than just academic excellence.
The movie is a satire on the Indian education system and the societal pressure on students to conform to conventional notions of success. "3 Idiots" tackles complex themes such as mental health, bullying, and the value of education. The film also features some hit musical numbers, with songs such as "All is well" and "Give me some sunshine" becoming instant chartbusters.
Overall, "3 Idiots" is a heartwarming and humorous film that encourages the audience to question the rigid education system and the meritocracy of success. The film's message of following your passion and pursuing your dreams resonated with audiences across the country and established it as an iconic Bollywood classic.
