Veteran Filmmaker David Dhawan Set to Retire with 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai', Leaves Behind a Legacy
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- •Veteran filmmaker David Dhawan to retire after 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai'.
- •The film marks his fourth directorial collaboration with his son Varun Dhawan.
- •'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' releases on June 5, 2026.
- •Karan Johar expresses his heartfelt tribute to David Dhawan on Instagram.
- •The David Dhawan Film Festival celebrated the veteran filmmaker's remarkable cinematic journey.
Renowned Indian filmmaker David Dhawan is set to retire after the release of his upcoming film, 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai', which marks his fourth directorial collaboration with his son Varun Dhawan. The 74-year-old veteran filmmaker has made no secret of his intention to hang up his director's hat after this film. The news has left a lasting impact on the film fraternity, with many, including Karan Johar, expressing their emotions and tributes to the legendary filmmaker.
David Dhawan's foray into filmmaking dates back to the 1990s, and over the years, he has established himself as a master of comedy and entertainment. His films have not only entertained audiences but have also inspired a new generation of filmmakers. 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai', which releases on June 5, 2026, boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde in lead roles, supported by Chunky Pandey, Rakesh Bedi, Maniesh Paul, and others in key parts. The film is produced by Ramesh Taurani under Tips Films and co-produced by Gaurav Bose of Maximilian Films.

