Varun Dhawan And David Dhawan’s ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ To Hit Theatres On April 10, 2026

May 23, 2025 – Bollywood’s beloved father-son duo Varun Dhawan and David Dhawan are set to reunite for a high-energy romantic comedy titled ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’, which will be released in theatres on April 10, 2026.

The announcement was accompanied by the unveiling of the film’s vibrant first poster, shared on social media by the makers with the caption:

“Double the trouble, triple the fun! Jab…’Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai’ hits cinemas on 10th April 2026.”
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Cast & Crew:
Directed by the veteran hitmaker David Dhawan and produced by Ramesh Taurani, the film features an exciting ensemble cast including:

• Varun Dhawan
• Mrunal Thakur
• Mouni Roy
• Pooja Hegde
• Maniesh Paul
• Jimmy Shergill
• Chunky Panday
• Rakesh Bedi
• Ali Asgar

About the Film:
Promising “a whirlwind of romance, chaos, and classic Bollywood flair,” the film blends nostalgia with a modern twist. Notably, the title is inspired by the catchy track ‘Ishq Sona Hai’ from David Dhawan’s 1999 blockbuster Biwi No.1, which starred Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen.

The movie is currently being filmed in the United Kingdom, with elaborate sets and glamorous locations adding to the film’s vibrant tone.

What’s Next for Varun Dhawan:
In addition to this rom-com, Varun Dhawan is also gearing up for Border 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the 1997 patriotic epic Border. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film features a stellar cast including Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, and is based on the 1971 India-Pakistan war.

Closing Thought:
With Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, the Dhawans are set to deliver yet another dose of fun-filled Bollywood entertainment, complete with romance, comedy, and family-friendly charm—exactly the recipe that made their past collaborations major box office hits.