David Dhawan Opens Up on Govinda, Struggles & Bollywood Comedy | With Varun Dhawan

As the radio partner for the PVR INOX David Dhawan Film Festival, Radio Nasha brings you a special and heartwarming chat between Varun Dhawan and legendary filmmaker David Dhawan.

From the early days of struggle to becoming the man who redefined Bollywood comedy, David Dhawan opens up about his incredible journey in cinema. He shares the story behind his name, memories from his FTII days alongside friends like Rakesh Bedi, and the experiences that shaped his iconic filmmaking style.

The conversation also dives into his legendary collaborations and friendships with stars like Govinda, Sanjay Dutt, and Anil Kapoor, along with behind-the-scenes stories from cult films like Aankhen.

Adding an emotional touch to the evening, Varun Dhawan shares his admiration, memories, and love for his father — both as a filmmaker and as a person. Together, they also discuss how cinema and audiences have evolved over the years.

✨ A conversation full of humour, emotion, untold stories, and pure Bollywood nostalgia.

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(0:00) Introduction and iconic film songs
(1:15) Favorite lyricists
(2:04) Origin of the name 'David'
(3:52) Early life, family, and education
(6:21) Looking up to brother Anil Dhawan
(7:31) FTII days and early struggles in Mumbai (10:47) Mentors and early career breaks
(12:46) Sanjay Dutt and the debut film 'Taaqatwar'
(15:13) Working with Govinda
(16:21) Career evolution and Pahlaj Nihalani (19:27) Mukul Anand and 'Shola Aur Shabnam'
(23:36) Rapid Fire round
(25:27) Favorite actors
(27:16) Reflecting on producing and working with stars
(29:16) Collaboration with Salman Khan
(31:01) Success, failure, and the 'Law of Averages'
(34:43) Current state of cinema
(37:35) Directing newcomers and future outlook
(42:13) Retirement thoughts and family life
(44:06) Concluding remarks and tribute

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