# Varun Dhawan’s New Comedy Stumbles Hard

URL: https://technosports.co.in/varun-dhawans-new-comedy-stumbles-hard/  
Published: 2026-06-12  
Updated: 2026-06-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Varun Dhawan’s latest flick, *Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai*, is facing a box office reality check. Despite massive star power, the film crawled to a lukewarm ₹36 crore in its opening week.

- **The Verdict:** Mixed reviews stalled momentum.
- **The Future:** Stiff competition looms ahead.
- **The Goal:** Can it hit ₹50 crore? It remains a tall order.