Varun Dhawan shares 'work nobody sees' behind Wow song, celebrities react
Actor Varun Dhawan shared a behind-the-scenes rehearsal video from the Wow song, which features in his upcoming film, Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The clip drew reactions from actors Jacqueline Fernandez, Maniesh Paul and choreographer Bosco Martis.
Varun Dhawan's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is moving closer to theatrical release, and the actor on Sunday shared a behind-the-scenes dance video from the practice sessions of the film's song, Wow.
The track, which also features Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, was released on Varun's birthday, April 24, and the actor's Sunday post has drawn reactions from several celebrities.
Varun's post talks about the effort that goes into creating such an energetic dance number. It shows the actor rehearsing with Aryan Patra, a member of choreographer Bosco Martis' team, offering a close look at the preparation that went into the performance.
Celebs and fans react
In the rehearsal video, Varun is seen practising the steps for Wow with the choreographer. Sharing the clip, the actor wrote, "The work that nobody sees makes the step which everyone sees (sic)."
The post gained the attention of celebrities and fans alike. Actor Jacqueline Fernandez commented, "Wow (sic)", while actor Maniesh Paul wrote, "Kya baaaaat haiiiii (sic)." Bosco Martis also reacted to the clip by commenting, "Moves flying (sic)."
More about the song
Wow is a fast-paced dance number with a catchy rhythm, sung by Harrdy Sandhu and Kiran Bajwa. Tanishk Bagchi, Rony Ajnali and Gill Machhrai are credited as the composers, while Ajnali and Machhrai are the lyricists.
In an official statement, producer Kumar Taurani of Tips Music said the track came together because it had the right combination from the start, with each contributor bringing something different to it. He also said the presence of Varun, Mrunal and Pooja completed the visual appeal of the song.
Singer Harrdy Sandhu described recording the song with the team as an enjoyable experience.
All you need to know about the film
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai marks the return of director David Dhawan six years after Coolie No. 1, which stars Varun with Sara Ali Khan and was released directly on OTT. Dhawan's upcoming directorial is said to be a mix of comedy, romance and drama. Its teaser hints a double-trouble love story featuring Pooja and Mrunal alongside Varun.
While the project marks Varun's reunion with David Dhawan and his return to the romantic-comedy space, it will be his second release this year after Border 2.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is scheduled for a theatrical release on May 22, 2026.
Varun Dhawan's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is moving closer to theatrical release, and the actor on Sunday shared a behind-the-scenes dance video from the practice sessions of the film's song, Wow.
The track, which also features Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, was released on Varun's birthday, April 24, and the actor's Sunday post has drawn reactions from several celebrities.
Varun's post talks about the effort that goes into creating such an energetic dance number. It shows the actor rehearsing with Aryan Patra, a member of choreographer Bosco Martis' team, offering a close look at the preparation that went into the performance.
Celebs and fans react
In the rehearsal video, Varun is seen practising the steps for Wow with the choreographer. Sharing the clip, the actor wrote, "The work that nobody sees makes the step which everyone sees (sic)."
The post gained the attention of celebrities and fans alike. Actor Jacqueline Fernandez commented, "Wow (sic)", while actor Maniesh Paul wrote, "Kya baaaaat haiiiii (sic)." Bosco Martis also reacted to the clip by commenting, "Moves flying (sic)."
More about the song
Wow is a fast-paced dance number with a catchy rhythm, sung by Harrdy Sandhu and Kiran Bajwa. Tanishk Bagchi, Rony Ajnali and Gill Machhrai are credited as the composers, while Ajnali and Machhrai are the lyricists.
In an official statement, producer Kumar Taurani of Tips Music said the track came together because it had the right combination from the start, with each contributor bringing something different to it. He also said the presence of Varun, Mrunal and Pooja completed the visual appeal of the song.
Singer Harrdy Sandhu described recording the song with the team as an enjoyable experience.
All you need to know about the film
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai marks the return of director David Dhawan six years after Coolie No. 1, which stars Varun with Sara Ali Khan and was released directly on OTT. Dhawan's upcoming directorial is said to be a mix of comedy, romance and drama. Its teaser hints a double-trouble love story featuring Pooja and Mrunal alongside Varun.
While the project marks Varun's reunion with David Dhawan and his return to the romantic-comedy space, it will be his second release this year after Border 2.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is scheduled for a theatrical release on May 22, 2026.
