Varun Dhawan’s latest romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has collected ₹41.99 Crore worldwide gross in its opening weekend, according to official figures released by the producers. The film, which marks David Dhawan’s final directorial venture, received average reviews but posted decent collections at the box office.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Collections – Opening Weekend Breakdown
According to the official weekend poster shared by Tips Films, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai recorded strong growth across its three-day opening, with Sunday emerging as the biggest day.
Worldwide Gross Collections
| Day | India Gross | Overseas Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹10.20 Cr | ₹2.50 Cr | ₹12.70 Cr |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹10.74 Cr | ₹3.25 Cr | ₹13.99 Cr |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹12.70 Cr | ₹2.60 Cr | ₹15.30 Cr |
| Weekend Total | ₹33.64 Cr | ₹8.35 Cr | ₹41.99 Cr |
India Net Box Office Collection
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹8.65 Cr |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹9.10 Cr |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹10.76 Cr |
| Weekend Total | ₹28.51 Cr |
The film showed healthy day-wise growth, with Sunday collections jumping 18% over Friday’s opening day performance. The India Net total of ₹28.51 Crore translates to a gross collection of ₹33.64 Crore after adding entertainment taxes.
About Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a romantic comedy directed by veteran filmmaker David Dhawan, known for his blockbuster comedy franchises. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde in lead roles.
Released globally on 5 June 2026, the movie marks the fourth collaboration between David Dhawan and his son Varun Dhawan. Their previous collaborations include Main Tera Hero (2014), Judwaa 2 (2017), and Coolie No. 1 (2020).
This film is widely reported to be David Dhawan’s final directorial project, bringing an end to a legendary career spanning over three decades in Bollywood comedy cinema. With 45 films to his credit, including iconic hits like Raja Babu, Coolie No. 1, and the Judwaa franchise, Dhawan has been instrumental in shaping the masala comedy genre in Hindi cinema.
The film’s weekend collections suggest a decent start for the romantic comedy, especially considering the competitive June release window. The overseas performance of ₹8.35 Crore indicates reasonable international appeal, with Varun Dhawan continuing to maintain his box office presence in key markets.