Varun Dhawan's 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' Postponed by a Week, Sets June 12 Release Date

Tips Films has just announced a new release date for its upcoming romantic film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The film is now set to arrive in cinemas worldwide on June 12, 2026, which is a week later than its previously announced release date of June 5.

Directed by David Dhawan, the film stars Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Mrunal Thakur. Positioned as a colourful rom-com, the film promises to deliver the David Dhawan's signature mix of humour, romance and high-energy storytelling.

The decision to postpone the release comes after Toxic locked June 5 as its release date.

Ramesh Taurani, Managing Director of Tips Films, in an official statement said, “We would like to clarify that our film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai was originally scheduled for release on June 5, a date we had announced several months ago. However, after recent developments and considering the prevailing situation, we felt it would be more appropriate to shift our release.”

He added that the decision was made in order to maintain a healthy environment in the entertainment industry. “We strongly believe that it is always healthier for the industry when filmmakers support one another rather than compete unnecessarily on the same date. In that spirit of solidarity, we have decided to move the release of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai to June 12 and bring our film to audiences a week later,” Taurani said. A tentpole film like Toxic would definitely hamper ticket sales for smaller films by cannibalising their business.

Promotional activities, including the launch of the film’s soundtrack and trailer, will proceed as planned in the lead-up to the revised release date. Father-son duo David and Varun Dhawan last collaborated on Coolie No. 1 (2020).

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai will now release in cinemas worldwide on June 12, 2026.