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Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai appears to be facing an uphill battle at the box office. According to early estimates, the comedy entertainer is expected to collect approximately ₹7.25 crore on Day 2, a figure that is almost similar to its opening day collections.
The lack of significant growth on Saturday is a matter of concern. Typically, family entertainers and comedies witness a healthy jump in collections on their second day, especially if audience word-of-mouth is positive. However, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has failed to show the kind of momentum the makers would have been hoping for.
The film opened to mixed reviews, with many viewers criticising its outdated humour and lacklustre storytelling. While Varun Dhawan’s energetic performance has earned some appreciation, the overall response to the film has been far from enthusiastic.
With Day 2 early estimates standing at around ₹7.25 crore, the two-day total is expected to cross the ₹14 crore mark. While these numbers are not disastrous, they are certainly below expectations for a film headlined by a star like Varun Dhawan.
All eyes are now on Sunday. The film desperately needs a substantial jump in collections to end its opening weekend on a respectable note. A strong Sunday could help offset the underwhelming Saturday trend and provide some momentum heading into the weekdays.
The challenge, however, lies in audience reception. If word-of-mouth remains mixed, Sunday growth may be limited. On the other hand, family audiences could still turn up in larger numbers over the weekend, giving the film a much-needed boost.
For now, the box office verdict remains uncertain. What is clear, however, is that Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has not shown the expected Saturday growth, making Sunday’s performance crucial for its theatrical prospects.
It remains to be seen whether the film can surprise with a late weekend surge or whether it will continue its modest run at the ticket windows.
