David Dhawan Comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Released In Theatres

The Hindi comedy-romance film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan and starring Varun Dhawan, released in theatres on June 5, 2026. The film, which also features Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, has received a 2.5-star critic's rating, with reviewers noting that Varun Dhawan's energetic performance keeps the chaotic comedy afloat despite weak writing.

The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes and has been released with a UA certification. The story revolves around Jass, played by Varun Dhawan, an eternally cheerful man whose primary dream is to get married, have children, and live happily ever after. Jass falls in love with Bani, played by Mrunal Thakur, at first sight and marries her, believing family life is his ultimate destination.

However, their conflicting goals push their five-year marriage to the brink of divorce. While Jass wants a family, Bani prioritizes her career over motherhood. This conflict leads the couple into a six-month cooling-off period before their separation is finalized.

During this transitional phase, Jass finds love again with Preet, played by Pooja Hegde. His life quickly spirals into complete disorder when he discovers that he is still legally married and both women are pregnant at the same time.

Written by Yunus Sajawal, the screenplay attempts to deliver a classic entertainer in the vein of films like Garam Masala, where a man attempts to manage two relationships while hiding an escalating secret. However, the film struggles to recreate the effortless charm of David Dhawan's classic comedies. Several jokes feel stretched, punchlines frequently miss their mark, and the narrative relies more on noise than wit.

In addition to the lead trio, the cast of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai includes Manish Paul, Chunky Pandey, and Jimmy Sheirgill. While the film offers a handful of laughs and catchy songs, it is Varun Dhawan's committed central performance that prevents the film from sinking.