Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a Hindi romantic comedy that released in theatres on 5 June 2026. Directed by David Dhawan, the film stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde in lead roles.
It is a light-hearted entertainer that blends romance, family drama and comedy.The film opened to a decent response, especially in smaller cities and single-screen theatres.
While urban multiplexes showed average occupancy, the film benefited from positive word-of-mouth and the popularity of its lead cast. It is performing steadily in its opening week despite competition from other releases.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai 2026 Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai |
| Directed by | David Dhawan |
| Written by | Story & Screenplay: Yunus Sajawal; Dialogue: Farhad Samji |
| Produced by | Ramesh Taurani (Tips Films Ltd) |
| Actors | Varun Dhawan |
| Actress | Mrunal Thakur, Pooja Hegde |
| Other Cast | Maniesh Paul, Chunky Pandey, Jimmy Shergill, Mouni Roy, Kubbra Sait, Ali Asgar, Rakesh Bedi |
| Cinematography | Ayananka Bose |
| Edited by | Ritesh Soni |
| Music by | White Noise Collectives, Tanishk Bagchi, Rony Ajnali, Gill Machhrai, Javed-Mohsin, Akshay & IP |
| Production Companies | Tips Films Ltd |
| Distributed by | Tips Films |
| Release Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Running Time | 2 hours 16 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Film Industry | Bollywood |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy |
| Censor Rating | UA |
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Total Box Office Collection
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai opened on 5 June with a decent start for a romantic comedy. The film benefited from Varun Dhawan’s popularity and David Dhawan’s signature style, registering a solid first weekend. However, it faced a sharp drop after the opening week and gradually slowed down in subsequent weeks.
As per the final estimates, it has collected around ₹72.9 crore in India gross over its entire theatrical run, with worldwide figures reaching approximately ₹87.78 crore. The movie concluded its run as one of the better-performing romantic entertainers of 2026. No further major updates are expected.
| Schedule | Amount |
|---|---|
| Opening Day | ₹10.21 Crore |
| First Week | ₹36.75 Crore |
| India Net | ₹61.78 Crore |
| India Gross | ₹72.90 Crore |
| Overseas | ₹14.88 Crore |
| Lifetime WW Collection | ₹87.78 Crore |
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Day Wise Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 5 June 2026 | ₹10.21 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | 6 June 2026 | ₹10.74 | +5% |
| Day 3 | 7 June 2026 | ₹12.70 | +18% |
| Day 4 | 8 June 2026 | ₹4.67 | -63% |
| Day 5 | 9 June 2026 | ₹5.33 | +14% |
| Day 6 | 10 June 2026 | ₹4.21 | -21% |
| Day 7 | 11 June 2026 | ₹3.50 | -17% |
| Day 8 | 12 June 2026 | ₹2.77 | -21% |
| Day 9 | 13 June 2026 | ₹3.80 | +37% |
| Day 10 | 14 June 2026 | ₹4.50 | +18% |
| Day 11–17 | 15–21 June 2026 | ₹12.50 (combined) | – |
| Day 18–30 | 22 June – 4 July 2026 | ₹10.00 (combined) | – |
| Day 31–44 | 5–18 July 2026 | ₹4.50 (combined) | – |
| Total India Net | – | ₹61.78 crore | – |
| Total India Gross | – | ₹72.90 crore | – |
| Total Worldwide Gross | – | ₹87.78 crore | – |
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a Hit or Flop
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What is the budget of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
Budget: ₹55 Crore
Our Review
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a typical David Dhawan-style entertainer that delivers what it promises — light-hearted romance, family emotions and comedic situations. Varun Dhawan brings his usual charm and energy to the role, while Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde add freshness to the narrative.
The film explores the complexities of modern relationships and family expectations in a humorous way. While the screenplay follows a predictable path, the execution is slick, and the chemistry between the leads keeps the audience engaged.
The music is catchy, and the film has enough mass elements to work as a complete family entertainer. It may not be David Dhawan’s best work, but it succeeds in providing two-and-a-half hours of clean, enjoyable cinema. At the box office, the film has opened on a decent note. It registered a good first day and has shown steady holds on the second day, especially in smaller cities and single screens.
While multiplex collections in metros are average, the film is finding its audience in smaller towns. With a budget of around ₹50-55 crore, it needs to sustain its momentum in the coming weeks to emerge as a profitable venture.
Early trends suggest that positive word-of-mouth could help it have a decent run. For Varun Dhawan and David Dhawan, this is a safe and steady start. The film has the potential to do well if it maintains its current pace and benefits from the lack of major competition in the coming days.
Disclaimer:
- Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
- The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
- These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
- Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
- All financial figures are stated in Indian Rupees (INR) and represented in crores, unless specified otherwise.
- All dates and times mentioned follow Indian Standard Time (IST) (UTC +5:30).







