Producer Ramesh Taurani along with Tips Industries and the team behind Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai have issued an official statement responding to allegations made by producer Vashu Bhagnani. The development comes amid a growing public dispute surrounding the film and its music rights.
According to the statement, the team has strongly denied the allegations, calling them baseless and driven by personal grievances. They have also suggested that the issue is part of a smear campaign aimed at disrupting the release of their upcoming entertainer. The makers maintain that they hold full legal ownership of the songs Chunnari Chunnari and Ishq Sona Hai, which are associated with the film.
The statement also revisits the long professional history between the two producers, dating back to 1995, referencing their early collaboration on projects that helped establish industry careers. However, the team expressed disappointment over the current situation, stating that repeated misinformation and legal escalation have forced them to respond publicly.
A key point raised in the statement is the legal action initiated in a court in Katihar, Bihar, which the team finds unusual given the distance from Mumbai, where the film industry is primarily based. They claim that instead of direct communication, the matter has been taken through legal channels involving multiple stakeholders connected to the film.
Despite the controversy, the makers have reiterated their confidence in the legal system and stated that the matter is currently sub judice, meaning no further detailed comments will be made at this stage. They also urged audiences not to be influenced by negative narratives surrounding the dispute.
On the creative side, the team has assured fans that the film remains on track for its scheduled theatrical release on June 5, 2026. Directed in the signature style of filmmaker David Dhawan, the project is being positioned as a full-fledged commercial entertainer.
With both legal tensions and promotional momentum running parallel, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai continues to remain in the spotlight ahead of its release.