Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, ‘3 Idiots’ examines the pressures of India’s education system through the lives of three engineering students. The film questions the emphasis on grades, competition, and rote learning over creativity and passion. It suggests that education should focus on understanding rather than rankings. Released in 2009, the film starred Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Omi Vaidya, and Boman Irani. It broke multiple box office records and received numerous awards.