3 Idiotas

On graduation day a tight knit group discovers one of their own has vanished without a trace. Rather than let the mystery fade, they set out to find her, turning old campus haunts and familiar towns into a comic maze of clues. They swap stories, joke about their futures, and clash over plans while the clock ticks on. Along the road they meet quirky locals who lend help, hinder the search, or remind them of what truly matters. The pursuit moves through misfires, narrow escapes and acts of kindness that highlight the strength of their friendship, forcing the friends to reckon with fears about the future and what their bond really means. Friends see how past choices shape today together.

Directed by Carlos Bolado and released in 2017, 3 Idiotas reimagines the Indian hit 3 Idiots for a broad Mexican audience. The film credits Martha Higareda and Rajkumar Hirani among its creators, blending familiar humor with a family friendly tone worldwide.

Box office data isn’t provided in the available information. The film circulated with a profile in Mexican theaters and abroad as a light hearted family comedy, appealing to audiences who enjoy ensemble adventures and feel good resolutions for all ages.

There are no major award nominations or wins listed for the film. It is presented as a mainstream family comedy rather than an awards heavy title, with praise directed at the performers' chemistry, the light tone, its accessible humor, and how it invites family viewing across generations today and beyond.

Audiences gave the movie a fair reception, reflected in a 7.63/10 rating from 127 votes, signaling audience enjoyment. The film centers on friendship, memory and the pull of youth, balancing laughs with moments of reflection as the group learns to value honesty, loyalty and the cost of leaving people behind.