Aamir Khan and director Rajkumar Hirani are reportedly reuniting for the long-awaited 3 Idiots sequel, with Kareena Kapoor Khan, R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi set to return. It is being speculated that the filming will begin in 2026.
Fans of Bollywood’s popular classic ‘3 Idiots’ are finally getting what they’ve waited over a decade for – a sequel. According to multiple reports, superstar Aamir Khan and acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani are reuniting to bring ‘3 Idiots 2’ to life, with original cast members Kareena Kapoor Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi set to reprise their iconic roles.
‘3 Idiots’, released in 2009, became one of India’s most celebrated films, blending humour, heart, and a meaningful critique of the education system. Its cultural impact endures, with the film being remade in multiple regional and foreign languages, and now the sequel is gearing up to re-ignite that magic for a new generation of viewers.
Script locked, production to begin in 2026?
According to a report in Pinkvilla, the script for ‘3 Idiots 2’ has been officially locked after careful development, with Hirani and his longtime collaborators aiming to deliver a story that feels both nostalgic and fresh. The sequel is expected to pick up roughly 15 years after the original film’s ending, exploring what life has meant for Rancho (Aamir Khan), Farhan (Madhavan), Raju (Sharman Joshi) and Pia (Kareena Kapoor Khan) since they last met at the Ladakh school.
Production is slated to begin in the second half of 2026, paving the way for a possible late-2026 or 2027 theatrical release, although exact dates haven’t been confirmed. Locations are expected to span both urban Indian settings and potentially some international backdrops to reflect the characters’ evolved lives.
Since its release, 3 Idiots has been lauded for its emotional depth, quotable moments, and performances, particularly Aamir Khan’s portrayal of the irrepressible Rancho. The film’s success has sparked numerous discussions about education reform and mainstream cinema storytelling in India, making the sequel one of the most anticipated announcements of this decade.
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