Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur, picked up pace at the box office on its second day of release. Directed by David Dhawan, the romantic comedy is benefiting from the weekend rush, resulting in a significant jump in collections and strengthening its chances of a solid opening weekend.
After a promising start on Friday, the film witnessed improved occupancy across multiplexes and single-screen theatres on Saturday. The increase in footfalls helped boost its overall performance. According to early trade estimates, the film’s domestic earnings have reached approximately ₹8.43 crore so far. Evening and late-night shows, in particular, contributed significantly to the Day 2 growth.
One of the major new releases of the week, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has performed largely in line with industry expectations. Trade analysts believe the film’s family-friendly appeal, light-hearted humor, and the successful David Dhawan–Varun Dhawan combination are working in its favor.
In addition to steady advance bookings, the film has received encouraging responses from audiences across key markets. As a result, Sunday is expected to emerge as its highest-grossing day yet. If the current trend continues, the movie could comfortably cross the ₹10 crore mark and conclude its opening weekend on a strong note.
Apart from Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Sheirgill, Mouni Roy, and Chunky Panday in important roles. Its blend of comedy, romance, and classic Bollywood-style entertainment has struck a chord with viewers, particularly family audiences looking for a fun theatrical experience.
With all eyes now on the crucial Sunday collections, the industry will be watching closely to see whether Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai can maintain its momentum and establish itself as one of the more successful Bollywood comedy releases of 2026.