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Haq Finds New Momentum on Netflix as Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar and Samantha Ruth Prabhu Lead Wave of Praise

The film’s Shah Bano–inspired story is resonating with new viewers online.

Overview

  • On January 13, Samantha Ruth Prabhu called the film deeply human and free of bias, saying Yami Gautam’s performance moved her in ways she could not fully explain.
  • Saba Pataudi on January 13 hailed the drama as a must-watch and a work of art, praising Gautam, Emraan Hashmi, director Suparn S Varma and writer Reshu Nath.
  • Karan Johar on January 12 described Haq as exceptionally empowering, declared himself a Yami Gautam fan for life and called Hashmi’s turn a career best.
  • Alia Bhatt on January 11 ranked Gautam’s performance among her top female performances of all time, prompting a grateful reply from the actor celebrating mutual support.
  • Director Suparn S Varma thanked peers and audiences for the surge in appreciation after the January 2 Netflix debut, which followed a modest theatrical run and reports of top-10 streaming placement.