After a hiatus, director David Dhawan returns with ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’, a bubbly rom-com featuring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde in lead roles. Promoting the film on Kapil Sharma’s hit show, David opened up about the backbone of his 90s and 2000s hits: the character artists who made his movies unforgettable.
In a candid chat, David highlighted how these performers often eclipsed heroes. ‘Leads might fumble lines, but character artists delivered perfection,’ he quipped. Their comic timing and depth turned ordinary scenes into gold, ensuring films like his classics resonated for decades.
Spotlighting icons like Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor, Anupam Kher, Satish Kaushik, and Paresh Rawal, David credited them for skyrocketing comedy standards. ‘They brought unmatched skill to small parts, making audiences roar with laughter and remember every punchline.’
This legacy continues in his new project, packed with talents like Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Shergill, Mouni Roy, and Chunky Pandey. Backed by Ramesh Taurani and Tips Films, the movie faced a release shift to June 12 from an earlier June 5 date, building extra anticipation.
David’s reflections remind us why Bollywood’s ensemble casts are its lifeblood, proving supporting roles can define cinematic triumphs.