Big Pictures has bagged the distribution rights for Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 3 Idiots. The motion pictures brand of Reliance Big Entertainment will now release 3 Idiots this Christmas.

‘3 Idiots’ starring Aamir Khan, is all set for release during Christmas.There had earlier been media reports that the release of the film has been delayed, but this has put the supposition to rest.

The film is produced by Vinod Chopra and directed by Rajkumar Hirani of Munnabhai fame. It is based on Chetan Bhagat’s popular book, Five Point Someone. Thought the shooting for the film is complete, the unit is busy with post-production work. Besides Aamir Khan, the film also stars Kareena Kapoor, Sharman Joshi, Madhavan and Boman Irani.

3 Idiots will be Aamir Khan’s third consecutive Christmas release. His earlier two films Tare Zameen Par (2007) and action fest Ghajini (2008) also released on the Christmas weekend.