3 Idiots Sequel: Fourth ‘Idiot’ likely to join Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, new title on the cards- Reports

The buzz around 3 Idiots refuses to die down and now it’s louder than ever. Recent reports about Rajkumar Hirani reuniting with Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi for a sequel to the 2009 blockbuster sent fans into a frenzy. Ever since, audiences have been eagerly waiting for concrete updates. Now, it appears that the silence has finally been broken.

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A New Chapter, A New Name?

According to a report by Pinkvilla, the much-anticipated 3 Idiots sequel might not retain its original name. Not only that, the makers are reportedly planning to expand the core group, adding a fresh twist to the iconic story.

Sources suggest that the creative team has already locked the script, with filming expected to begin in 2026 under Rajkumar Hirani’s direction. And that’s not all- a tentative working title for the film has also surfaced. 

Tentative Title Revealed? Is It 4 Idiots!

As per Pinkvilla, industry insiders claim that the sequel is currently being developed under the provisional title 4 Idiots. While the name is not final and could evolve as the project progresses, the intention behind it is clear- this franchise is set to grow.

Sharing insights into the development, the source revealed, “The script is currently being developed under a tentative working title, 4 Idiots. While this title is still subject to change, the makers are looking out for a superstar to expand the iconic franchise beyond its original trio. The makers are actively searching for a fourth idiot, could be a superstar name.”

The addition of a new central character is expected to give the narrative a fresh dynamic while staying rooted in the spirit that made the original film unforgettable.

Bigger, Bolder, and Not Just a Continuation

The sequel isn’t being treated as a simple extension of the original story. According to insiders, the writing process is in full swing, with a clear focus on scale and emotional impact.

The source added, “The writing process is underway, and the team is making sure it gets bigger and better and continues from where it was left in the first part. Yet, this isn’t just a simple continuation but will also be introducing new elements to justify the addition of a fourth core character."

This approach suggests that the sequel aims to balance nostalgia with innovation.

What About the Star Cast?

Fans can breathe easy- the original trio is expected to return, stepping back into the roles that turned them into household names. At the same time, speculation is rife about which superstar might join the ensemble as the fourth lead, a casting choice that has already ignited excitement across social media.

Though 4 Idiots remains a working title for now, the concept of introducing a fourth protagonist signals a bold and ambitious leap for one of Bollywood’s most cherished franchises.

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The Team Behind the Magic

Rajkumar Hirani will once again take the director’s chair, with Vidhu Vinod Chopra producing the film alongside Hirani and Aamir Khan. With this powerhouse combination at the helm, expectations are sky-high that the sequel will honour the legacy of 3 Idiots while steering the story into an exciting new era.

For now, fans can only wait- but if these reports are anything to go by, the next roll call might just include one more ‘idiot’.