Weekend box office numbers are in
Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has wrapped its first weekend with a solid global gross of Rs 37.30 crore. The David Dhawan-directed romantic comedy opened to a net of Rs 7.50 crore on Day 1, followed by Rs 7.25 crore on Day 2. According to industry tracking reports, the film saw a healthy 20% growth on Day 3, raking in Rs 9 crore across 8,616 shows. This brings the India net collection to Rs 24 crore and the India gross to Rs 28.80 crore.
Overseas, the film added Rs 3 crore net on Day 3, taking its overseas gross to Rs 8.50 crore. The worldwide total now stands at Rs 37.30 crore. While these numbers are promising, trade insiders say the real test begins on Monday, when weekday footfalls will reveal whether the audience is truly loving the film or just showing up for the weekend buzz.
Clash of the titans at the box office
The film faced stiff competition right from its release. It clashed with Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar, starring Bobby Deol, and Buchi Babu Sana’s Peddi, featuring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor. Adding to the mix, it also shared screens with the Hollywood release He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Despite the crowded field, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai managed to hold its own, thanks to David Dhawan’s signature brand of family-friendly comedy and the star power of its ensemble cast.
Industry sources suggest that the film’s performance in single-screen theatres has been particularly strong, while multiplexes saw a more mixed response. The coming week will be crucial to see if the film can sustain momentum against these big-ticket competitors.
More about the film and its star-studded cast
Helmed by veteran director David Dhawan, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a romantic comedy that also features Jimmy Shergill, Mouni Roy, Maniesh Paul, Chunky Pandey, Ali Asgar, Kubbra Sait, Rakesh Bedi, and Manoj Pahwa in key roles. The film hit theatres on June 5, 2026, and has been generating positive word-of-mouth for its lighthearted narrative and catchy music.
With Varun Dhawan leading the pack alongside Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, the film marks David Dhawan’s final directorial venture. Fans are already calling it a fitting farewell to the king of Bollywood comedy. As the week progresses, all eyes will be on the Monday numbers to see if this rom-com can turn into a sustained hit.