'1 percent of Dhurandhar': Varun Dhawan laughs off Tanmay Bhat’s Box Office joke about Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

08 June,2026 01:38 PM IST |  Mumbai  |  mid-day online correspondent

Tanmay Bhat playfully mocked the box-office prospects of Varun Dhawan’s upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. Instead of taking offence, Varun responded with humour, delighting fans and generating social media buzz around the film ahead of its release

Varun Dhawan and Tanmay Bhat (Picture via Instagram)


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Actor Varun Dhawan's upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai recently became the subject of a light-hearted roast by comedian and content creator Tanmay Bhat, leading to an amusing exchange that quickly grabbed attention online.

The buzz began after the makers unveiled the first look and promotional material for the film. While fans were discussing the project, Tanmay Bhat shared a humorous reaction, poking fun at the movie's potential box-office performance. Known for his witty commentary and satirical takes on Bollywood, Tanmay jokingly suggested that the film's opening-day collection might not be as impressive as expected.

Tanmay Bhat pokes fun at Varun Dhawan's box office opening

The comedian's remark quickly gained traction on social media, with users joining in on the banter. Rather than taking offence, Varun Dhawan chose to respond in a playful manner, proving that he could laugh at himself and enjoy the joke.

According to reports, Tanmay humorously predicted a modest opening-day collection for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, sparking a wave of memes and reactions. Fans appreciated the comedian's trademark humour, while many were equally entertained by Varun's response. The actor acknowledged the roast and reacted sportingly, earning praise from netizens for embracing the joke instead of getting defensive.

The exchange highlighted the growing trend of Bollywood stars engaging directly with online creators and influencers. In recent years, actors have increasingly participated in social media banter, often using humour to connect with audiences and promote their projects in a more relatable way.

All about the humorous interaction

For Varun, the playful interaction comes at a time when anticipation for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is steadily building. The actor has been actively promoting the film and sharing updates from the set, keeping fans engaged ahead of its release. While the movie's box-office fate remains to be seen, the online conversation has certainly helped generate additional buzz around the project.

Social media users were quick to praise both personalities for keeping the exchange fun and friendly. Many noted that the interaction showed how celebrities and creators can engage in light-hearted humour without controversy.

As discussions around the film continue, one thing is clear: Tanmay Bhat's roast and Varun Dhawan's response have become a talking point among fans. Whether the film surpasses expectations or not, the playful back-and-forth has already succeeded in drawing attention to Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and adding a dose of humour to its promotional campaign.

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