If Not Sonam Wangchuk, Who Is Aamir Khan's Character In 3 Idiots Really Based On? Know Here

Aamir Khan’s character in 3 Idiots is not based on Sonam Wangchuk. Director Rajkummar Hirani said the role was inspired by an unnamed student he met at FTII. Meanwhile, producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra claimed, "The character of Rancho is based on me." The film officially adapts Chetan Bhagat’s novel.