Sharman Joshi reacts to speculations about 3 Idiots sequel: There is hope this time
Speculations regarding 3 Idiots 2 have resurfaced 15 years after the release of the original film, with Sharman Joshi expressing hope that he has not received official confirmation yet.
Speculation of sequel to Rajkumar Hirani’s iconic film 3 idiots 15 years after it first hit the theatres, the Aamir Khan-starrer has once again gathered momentum. As per reports 3 idiots 2 While it may finally be in the works, actor Sharman Joshi addressed the discussion, sharing his cautious optimism and memories of being a part of the much-talked-about film.
talking to Hindustan TimesSharman said he was hopeful about a sequel but clarified that he had not yet received any official confirmation. “I hope that happens, but I haven’t been informed yet,” he said. The actor said, “There have been talks on several occasions that a 3 Idiots sequel is being made. Last time the report came, it was for an ad campaign. Let’s see, hopefully it’s true this time.”
When asked if the sequel would continue where the original film left off, Sharman admitted There was no clarity on the storyReferring to director Rajkumar Hirani, writer Abhijat Joshi and actor Aamir Khan, he said, “I am not in a position to know, but only Master, Raju sir, Abhijat (Joshi, writer) sir and Aamir will work on it if there is a possibility,”
Reminiscing about how he got the role 3 idiotsSharman recalled an amusing incident from a time when he was physically preparing for another project. He shared, “I was building six-pack abs in the gym when I got the last call from Raju sir. He told me that now for 3 years you will not see the shape of the gym.” Reflecting on the film’s impact on his life, he said, “I think of 3 Idiots and a smile comes on my face. From the time I heard the story till today, that film feels like a fairy tale.”
Sharman also revealed how her first work caught the attention of Rajkumar Hirani. He said, “Style led me to 3 Idiots. Raju sir had seen me in the film and thought that someday he would cast me in a film. When we started shooting for 3 Idiots, he mentioned it to me.”
Meanwhile, according to a report pinkvilla, Rajkumar Hirani has locked its script 3 idiots 2The film is expected to go on floors in 2026. The sequel is said to reunite the original cast including Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi. The report further states that Hirani had been considering a sequel for years, but recently decided to go ahead with the idea after his Dadasaheb Phalke biopic was put on hold.