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Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai now faces Imtiaz Ali's film at BO
Updated On: 13 March, 2026 02:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Imtiaz Ali announced his new film Main Vaapas Aaunga, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari and Vedang Raina, set to release on June 12, 2026. The film will clash at the box office with Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

Stills from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and Main Vaapas Aaunga
On Friday, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali announced his upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga starring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari and Vedang Raina. Sharing the teaser of the film, the makers announced that the love story will be released in theatres on June 12, 2026. The film is now set to clash with Varun Dhawan's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. While clashes are not new in the film industry, what makes this interesting is that Varun Dhawan-starrer had shuffles their dates only afew days back after Toxic decided to clash with them. Now, after the reshuffle, Varun's film is set to clash with Imtiaz Ali's directorial.
When Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai postponed their release
Directed by David Dhawan, the film is a vibrant celebration of youth, love and laughter. Featuring an ensemble cast including Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is among the most anticipated releases of the year and promises the high-energy storytelling that Tips Films and David Dhawan are known for.

