'Haq' Early Review, Netizens Say The Courtroom Drama, Starring Emraan And Yami, 'A Must Watch'

Haq, the courtroom drama inspired by the landmark case of Shah Bano Begum, is all set to hit the theatres soon. For the unversed, the film is scheduled for release on November 7, 2025. Recently, the film starring Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam faced a legal issue from the heirs of Shah Bano. According to them, the makers of Haq did not obtain any consent and breached privacy. However, the Madhya Pradesh HC has now dismissed their claims and given the courtroom drama a green signal.

What to expect in Suparn Varma's directorial, Haq?

Haq, the courtroom drama directed by Suparn S. Varma, is inspired by the real-life struggle story of Shah Bano Begum, a Muslim woman who fought the most talked-about legal battle in the late 1970s against her husband, Mohammed Ahmad Khan. For the uninitiated, Shah Bano was married to Mohammed Ahmad Khan, a famous lawyer from Indore. After more than 3 decades of marriage, Mohammed Ahmad Khan abandoned Shah Bano and their five children.

This thing led her to the Supreme Court door to seek justice. The landmark case, Mohd. Ahmed Khan vs. Shah Bano Begum became a historic moment in India, sparking nationwide debates on women’s rights and Muslim personal law. In Suparn S. Varma’s directorial, Haq, Yami Gautam portrays 'Shazia Bano', a character based on Shah Bano Begum, and Emraan Hashmi plays her husband, 'Abbas', and also the rival lawyer in court.

The story not only features Shah Bano’s emotional and social turmoil but also her impressive courage as a woman standing up for equality. Haq is a fictionalised version of Shah Bano Begum’s case, adapted from Jigna Vora’s book, Bano: Bharat Ki Beti. While dramatised, the courtroom drama stays true to the essence of Shah Bano’s battle for justice.

Netizens' reaction to Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam starrer, Haq

The teaser and trailer of the film, Haq, have already created a lot of noise. Taking to their respective X handles (formerly Twitter), netizens have shared their review. A moviegoer penned, "One word review…#Haq: Powerful. Rating: 4/5. This film is a MUST-WATCH – bold, power-packed, gripping, emotionally charged… A riveting drama that hits hard…#EmraanHashmi, #YamiGautamDhar, and director #SuparnVarma deliver career-best works! #Haq grips you from the very first frame, unfolding a narrative that blends truth, justice, and human emotion with remarkable precision. Director #SuparnVarma delivers his most assured work yet – sharp writing by #ReshuNath, compelling character arcs, and a narrative that refuses to take the easy path or shortcuts."

A user wrote, "#Haq Movie Review: powerful storytelling and stellar performances make this courtroom drama a must-watch." Giving an overview of the film, a user wrote, "#HaqReview 4/5 #Haq is a fearless, hard-hitting courtroom drama that questions faith, justice, and equality in today’s society. @yamigautam delivers a career-defining, solid, and unforgettable role. #EmraanHashmi has done a great job. Great work by director @Suparn." Another user penned, "Haq Review –Rating: 4/5. #Haq hits hard — a raw, thought-provoking courtroom drama that tears into hypocrisy and blind faith ruling our society. It’s bold, emotional, and brutally honest. @yamigautam is a revelation, fierce, fearless, and absolutely commanding every frame."

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