Review: Varun Dhawan shines in a comedy trapped in old Bollywood formula

David Dhawan returns with another loud, chaotic Bollywood entertainer filled with confusion, romance and nostalgia. While Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai struggles with outdated humour and familiar storytelling, Varun Dhawan’s energetic performance keeps the film afloat. The comedy works in parts, especially when the chaos embraces its madness instead of forcing jokes. Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde add charm, but the writing lacks freshness. Here’s a review of a film caught between old-school Bollywood nostalgia and modern audience expectations.