74-year-old veteran filmmaker David Dhawan has announced his retirement, with his upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai set to be his final directorial venture. Karan Johar, a fellow filmmaker, has expressed his emotional reaction to the news, calling David 'the No. 1 man always.'
David Dhawan is a renowned director in the comedy genre, known for creating iconic films like Raja Babu, Coolie No 1, and Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. His films have launched the careers of many successful actors, including Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, and Akshay Kumar.
David's upcoming film, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, marks his return to direction after a six-year hiatus and features his son Varun Dhawan in the lead role. The film is set to hit theatres on June 5.