Varun Dhawan Responds to Influencer’s ‘Fake Review’ Claim Over Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Teaser
Actor Varun Dhawan has responded to an online controversy after influencer Simran Bhat claimed she was approached to give a “scripted review” of the teaser for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.
The exchange quickly gained traction on social media, sparking debate around promotional practices in the entertainment industry.
Influencer Shares Her Experience
In a Reel posted on Instagram, Simran Bhat said she and a friend were stopped by two individuals at a metro station and asked to review the teaser of the film.
She stated that despite informing them she had not watched the teaser, they allegedly suggested what she should say. According to her, this raised concerns about authenticity, as reviews are expected to reflect genuine opinions.
Simran Bhat posted screenshots of Varun Dhawan’s comments
Simran also claimed she declined the request and later questioned whether such practices were being used for promotional purposes.
Varun Dhawan Responds Online
Reacting to the video, Varun Dhawan commented on the post, suggesting that the influencer might be seeking attention through the content.
His remark read: “Hope you get the views you really want with this video.”
Simran responded, stating that she did not require such tactics for engagement and maintained that the incident genuinely occurred.
She further advised the actor to review his PR strategy, suggesting that such situations could impact public perception.
Back-and-Forth Continues on Social Media
The conversation escalated as Simran shared screenshots of the actor’s comments, including one she claimed was lat deleted.
She reiterated that the video was not posted for attention and defended her credibility as a content creator.
The exchange has since fueled discussions among users about transparency in film promotions and influencer marketing.
About the Film
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is directed by David Dhawan and features Varun Dhawan alongside Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde in lead roles.
The film’s first look, which reportedly features AI-generated characters, has already generated buzz ahead of its theatrical release scheduled for May 22.
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