Haq is finally making its way to Netflix on January 2, and honestly, you don’t want to miss it. The film stars Yami Gautam Dhar and Emraan Hashmi and dives straight into the heart of a courtroom drama inspired by the real-life Shah Bano case. We're talking about a story that takes on women’s rights, faith, and justice in India, without flinching. After a solid theatrical run, Haq is ready to reach even more viewers at home. Suparn Verma directs, and critics haven’t held back their praise for the film’s gutsy social commentary and knockout performances.

Here’s what you’re in for: Yami Gautam Dhar plays Shazia Bano, a devoted wife and mother whose life turns upside down when her husband, lawyer Mohammad Abbas Khan (Emraan Hashmi), divorces her through triple talaq. What follows is anything but simple. Shazia fights back, demanding maintenance and standing up for her rights, taking on not just her husband but an entire set of personal laws and social expectations. The story, which draws from the Supreme Court’s Shah Bano Begum judgment, pulls you into a world where religion, law, and gender crash into each other, sometimes painfully. The tension keeps building with fierce courtroom showdowns, family clashes, and some truly raw, emotional moments. Watching Shazia move from feeling powerless to finding her strength is honestly powerful. If you care about stories that tackle real social issues, Haq is for you. Critics love that the film handles tough subjects with honesty, without turning them into cheap drama.

Yami Gautam Dhar completely owns her role as Shazia. You feel every bit of her struggle and her determination, this might just be her best work yet. Emraan Hashmi brings real complexity to Abbas Khan, a man stuck between old traditions and a changing world. The supporting cast, Vartika Singh as the second wife Saira Jahan, Danish Husain as Shazia’s father, and Sheeba Chaddha in a key role, just adds more depth, making the family drama hit even harder.

Behind the scenes, Haq comes from Junglee Pictures, Baweja Studios, and Insomnia Films. Reshu Nath wrote the script, and Vishal Mishra’s music gives the story its heartbeat. The film runs for just over two hours and hit theaters on November 7, 2025. Even though it pulled in about ₹20 crore at the box office, not blockbuster numbers, the response from critics was almost all positive. Sure, some people thought the story was a bit straightforward, but most agreed it’s a conversation-starter, especially about women’s empowerment.

Why should you watch Haq on Netflix? Because it hits right where today’s debates about gender and law are happening. The film’s take on legal reforms and personal battles couldn’t be more timely, especially with all the talk around a uniform civil code. Starting January 2, 2026, it’s just a click away. If you’re into courtroom dramas or just want a story that packs a punch, this film’s going to stay with you.

So go ahead, watch Haq. It’s a bold, honest look at resilience and justice, and a reminder of what Bollywood can do when it’s at its best.