Google CEO
Sundar Pichai
recently referenced an iconic scene from the Bollywood hit '
3 Idiots
' during an interview. The film, directed by
Rajkumar Hirani
, starred
Aamir Khan
,
Sharman Joshi
, and R. Madhavan in pivotal roles.
Sundar Pichai's mention of the movie highlights its lasting impact, with its unforgettable scenes still resonating even nearly 15 years after its release.
In a recent promo for the Varun Mayya podcast, Sundar Pichai shared insights on escaping the competitive exam mindset. He highlighted the importance of deeper learning for real success and referenced an iconic scene from the 2009 movie '3 Idiots' featuring Aamir Khan. The Google CEO stated, “I was almost tempted to go back to the movie 3 Idiots or something like that. And like, there’s a scene in there when they ask Aamir Khan the definition of motor. And there’s a version that describes what a motor is. And there’s a version where you actually understand what a motor is.”
Directed by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, '3 Idiots' features a screenplay by Hirani and Abhijat Joshi. The story centers around Aamir Khan's character, Rancho, and his close friends Farhan (R Madhavan) and Raju (Sharman Joshi). The film also starred Kareena Kapoor Khan,
Boman Irani
, Omi Vaidya, Mona Singh, and others in pivotal roles.
'3 Idiots' delved into themes of friendship and emotions, while also addressing the pressures faced by students within the Indian education system. It was a coming-of-age drama that highlighted Rancho's unconventional approach to life. The film received widespread critical acclaim for its compelling story, stellar performances, memorable music, and clever humor. It also enjoyed massive commercial success at the box office.
Rajkumar Hirani's most recent film was 'Dunki' in 2023, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Taapsee Pannu. On the other hand, Aamir Khan has ventured into film production, with his latest project being 'Laapataa Ladies'.