‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ is a Hindi-language romantic comedy directed by veteran filmmaker David Dhawan and produced by Ramesh Taurani. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde in the lead roles, bringing together a fresh and energetic trio at the centre of the story. Supporting them is an ensemble cast featuring Mouni Roy, Maniesh Paul, Manoj Pahwa, Jimmy Shergill, Rakesh Bedi, and Kubbra Sait, each contributing to the film’s comic and emotional narrative.
The film, which premiered in cinemas on June 5, 2026, signifies a significant milestone in Bollywood, as it represents David Dhawan’s last directorial project before his retirement from filmmaking. Known for delivering some of Hindi cinema’s most beloved comedy entertainers, Dhawan bids farewell with a film that blends romance, humour, family drama, and his trademark mass appeal.
Even before its release, ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ found itself at the centre of industry discussions due to a legal dispute between Pooja Films and the makers of the film. The controversy revolves around the use of the iconic songs ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ and ‘Ishq Sona Hai’ from the 1999 blockbuster ‘Biwi No. 1’, with questions being raised over intellectual property rights and the film’s title, which is derived from the popular track.
Combining nostalgia with contemporary storytelling, ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ arrives as a light-hearted entertainer and a celebratory farewell to one of Bollywood’s most successful directors.
