# Salman Khan, Sunny Deol join David Dhawan’s 75th birthday bash

2026-08-16T14:14:34+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk

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Filmmaker David Dhawan celebrated his 75th birthday on August 15 with a grand party at his home. Around 30 to 35 guests attended, Bollywood Hungama reported, citing a source. The director, who rarely throws parties, held the celebration at his family's insistence for the milestone birthday. Guests included Salman Khan, Sunny Deol, Anil Kapoor, Rajkumar Santoshi, Varun Dhawan, Rohit Dhawan, and producer Sajid Nadiadwala, among others. Hindustan Times reported that writer-director Rumy Jafry shared photos on social media, showing Salman Khan in a cowboy hat. Varun Dhawan posted a picture on Instagram, calling his father the 'chillest dad'. David Dhawan, who debuted as a director with 'Taaqatwar' (1989), has directed 45 films. His latest, 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai', released in June 2026 and starred Varun Dhawan.

## Coverage

- bollywoodhungama.com <https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-salman-khan-sunny-deol-anil-kapoor-and-many-other-prominent-celebs-attend-david-dhawans-grand-75th-birthday-bash/>
- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/david-dhawan-turns-75-in-style-with-salman-khan-at-intimate-birthday-bash-varun-dhawan-calls-him-chillest-dad-101786891383067.html>

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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources. Last updated 2026-08-16T15:30:52+00:00.

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