3 Idiots is a distant third compared to Hirani's previous works. Yet, it has this perfect combination of comedy with a social message that should work well with the masses.
By Ashok Nayak  


It's not that "3 Idiots" is a flawless work of art. But it is a vital, inspiring and life-revising work of contemporary art with some heart imbued into every part.
By Subhash K. Jha  


This film was meant to be Hirani's break from the Munnabhai series, and though it would have been great if the director had adopted a sharper vision and stepped a little more out of his comfort zone, I still recommend you make time for 3 Idiots. Simply because in this cynical age, it is difficult to find the kind of optimism and large-heartedness that Hirani brings to his stories.
By Jahan Bakshi