Comparison Freshness: Feb 12, 2026
3 IdiotsVSRRR
🏆 Rating Winner
3 Idiots
HIT
Comparison
Rating
Vote Count
Release Date
Runtime
Budget
Revenue
Genres
RRR
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Drama hits, 3 Idiots takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.3 lead in ratings. However, RRR continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 8.0
Audience Rating
★ 7.7
$70,000,000
Box Office
$160,000,000
$9,000,000
Budget
$69,000,000
171 min
Runtime
185 min
Dec 23, 2009
Release Date
Mar 24, 2022
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
In terms of audience reception, both 3 Idiots (8) and RRR (7.7) stand on equal footing. They both managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist of their respective release years (2009 and 2022), proving that quality storytelling resonates regardless of the sub-genre.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, RRR was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than 3 Idiots. Its financial success in 2022 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Drama and Action makes this an interesting study in style. 3 Idiots prioritizes emotional resonance and character study, creating a grounded and reflective experience. On the other hand, RRR is all about visceral spectacle and pacing, leading to a much more adrenaline-fueled narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: It's a split decision. Watch 3 Idiots if you prioritize storytelling depth and audience scores. However, if you want a culturally massive event that dominated the conversation (and the box office), RRR is your pick.