Pooja Hegde To Mrunal Thakur: Meet The Starrer Cast Of Varun Dhawan’s Upcoming Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is an upcoming Hindi-language romantic comedy directed by David Dhawan and produced by Ramesh Taurani under the Tips Films banner. The film is currently slated for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026, after briefly being rescheduled to May before returning to its original date. 

In Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, the lead cast brings a lively and chaotic romantic tale to life. Varun Dhawan plays Jass, a high-energy man caught in a whirlwind double love story. Mrunal Thakur stars as Baani, one of his love interests, while Pooja Hegde plays Preet, the other female lead entangled in the romantic chaos. The teaser hints at a humorous twist when two infants realize that their mothers, Baani and Preet, are both connected to the same man- Jass-setting the stage for a comedy of confusion and relationships. 

In Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, both Maniesh Paul and Chunky Panday play important supporting roles that add to the film’s comic energy. Maniesh Paul, known for his impeccable timing, is expected to be a key part of the chaos surrounding Jass’s complicated love life, while Chunky Panday also appears in a notable supporting role in this light-hearted romantic comedy directed by David Dhawan. 

In Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, Jimmy Sheirgill is set to play an intriguing role, with his character details still under wraps. However, co-star Mouni Roy has described him as the “real gangster” of the film, hinting at a tough yet comically impactful presence. Meanwhile, Mouni Roy features in a prominent role within the ensemble cast and shot key portions of the film during an extensive schedule in Scotland, including high-energy chase sequences and entertaining combination scenes with the lead actors. 

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is a high-energy romantic comedy that revolves around the chaotic love life of Jass, played by Varun Dhawan. The story kicks off with the breakdown of his five-year marriage to Baani (Mrunal Thakur) due to clashing priorities between career and family. After their separation, Jass moves abroad, where he begins a new relationship with Preet (Pooja Hegde), setting the stage for a classic Bollywood tale of love, confusion, and emotional chaos.