The makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan and starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde and Mrunal Thakur, have issued a public clarification amid growing speculation surrounding the film. Scheduled for a theatrical release on June 5, the film has recently found itself at the centre of two controversies — one surrounding the remix of the iconic song Chunnari Chunnari from Biwi No. 1 and another over rumours that the upcoming entertainer is a remake. On Saturday, Tips Industries released an official statement dismissing claims that the film is based on any previously released movie. A “Public Notice” shared by Tips on social media stated, “It has come to our attention that there are discussions in the trade and amongst the public regarding our film, ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ (‘Film’).” The statement further read, “Tips, Ramesh Taurani Ji, David Dhawan Ji, along with the cast and crew, would like to clarify that the Film is an original story and screenplay and bears no resemblance to any other film.” The …