Haq is a courtroom drama film directed by Suparn Verma, produced by Junglee Pictures with Insomnia Films and Baweja Studios. It is inspired by the landmark Supreme Court judgement of Mohd. Ahmed Khan v. Shah Bano Begum. The film tells the story of a woman who seeks legal justice after being abandoned and denied alimony, leading to a national debate on women’s rights and the controversial practice of triple talaq. It is released theatrically on 7 November 2025.
Star Cast:
Yami Gautam Dhar as Shazia Bano
Emraan Hashmi as Abbas Khan
Vartika Singh as Saira
Danish Husain as Shazia’s Father
Sheeba Chaddha as Bela Jain
Aseem Hattangady as Faraaz Ansari
S M Zaheer
MOVIE REVIEW: Haq is a worth watching for those who crave intelligent and emotionally resonant cinema. Haq delivers justice not just to its story, but to the power of good filmmaking. Written by Reshu Nath and inspired by journalist Jigna Vora’s book Bano: Bharat Ki Beti, the film is a compelling courtroom drama that walks a fine line between reality and creative adaptation with surprising finesse.
The screenplay is the backbone of Haq. It is gripping, particularly in the investigative and emotional sequences. The writing is sharp, observant, and thoughtful, capturing not just the external battle that the protagonist faces, but also the internal turmoil that comes with being misjudged, misrepresented, and wronged by the system. However, there are instances where the pace falters. A few scenes in the mid-portion stretch a little longer than needed, slowing the narrative momentum briefly. Yet, the dialogues remain consistently powerful, pointed, evocative, and often the film’s biggest strength.
Suparn S Varma’s direction shines in its clarity & restraint, and it complements the writing superbly. His control over the tone of the film is commendable, it never slips into melodrama even when dealing with emotionally charged moments. The first half is particularly engaging, setting up the conflict, characters, and stakes with clarity and intrigue. The second half brings the courtroom into focus, and this is where Varma’s direction shines. The arguments, confrontations, and emotional explosions are handled with precision.
Yami Gautam once again proves that she is in a remarkable phase of her career. After Article 370 (2024), she delivers another deeply immersive performance. As Shazia, she embodies vulnerability and strength in equal measure, commanding the screen with precision. Emraan Hashmi is equally compelling and delivers one of his most measured performances in recent years. Vartika Singh delivers a fair performance, fulfilling her role effectively, even if the character itself offers limited range. Danish Husain brings layered maturity. Sheeba Chadha is reliably impactful as always. Aseem Hattangady leaves a noticeable mark. Each supporting performance contributes to building the film’s emotional and narrative tension.
Haq Movie Rating:
Direction 3.5/5
Acting 3.5/5
Music 3/5
Dialogues 4/5
Screenplay 3.5/5
Overall Hit ya Flop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars (Very Good)
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