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Yami Gautam is celebrating the outstanding box office performance of her new film, Haq, which premiered in cinemas on Friday. Co-starring with Emraan Hashmi, the film had a solid opening and experienced a remarkable 100% increase in earnings on its second day, indicating strong audience appreciation and positive word-of-mouth.
Yami's Response to Haq's Phenomenal Growth
On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Yami expressed her thanks for the film's enthusiastic reception. She shared a tweet from a supporter that highlighted the film's box office success, stating:
“Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi’s film shows a HUGE 100% growth on Day 2, and is expected to rise even further on Sunday! GOOD FILMS always reach their audience — and #HAQ is proving that true! The strong word of mouth is doing wonders now!”
Yami responded with,
“The strength of ‘Word of mouth’. No tricks or gimmicks. Straight from our hearts to the audience. From a trade and media perspective, there's immense positivity for Haq's success. It’s rare, and I will treasure this moment forever.”
A Touching Connection with Viewers
The actor's heartfelt message follows an emotional video that went viral, showing a Muslim woman kissing Yami's hand after watching Haq. The woman expressed her gratitude for the film's impactful portrayal, saying it gave her “strength to fight,” a moment that resonated with fans and underscored the film's emotional significance.
About Haq
Directed by Suparn Varma, Haq features Yami Gautam alongside Emraan Hashmi, with Sheeba Chaddha, Danish Husain, Aseem Hattangady, and Vartika Singh in key roles.
As of Saturday evening, the film has grossed around ₹7.92 crore, based on preliminary trade reports. Its weekend performance signifies a strong connection with the audience, especially amidst a landscape filled with high-budget commercial films.
Inspired by a Pivotal Legal Case
Haq is based on the true story of Shah Bano Begum, a Muslim woman whose case in 1985 culminated in a landmark Supreme Court ruling granting divorced Muslim women the right to maintenance. The film dramatizes her pursuit of justice and its broader ramifications in Indian culture.
Earlier, Shah Bano Begum's daughter had petitioned the Madhya Pradesh High Court to halt the film's release, but the court dismissed it, allowing the film to debut as scheduled.
A Defining Moment for Yami
Widely regarded for her powerful roles in Article 370, A Thursday, and Lost, Yami Gautam's performance in Haq is being acknowledged as one of her most impactful portrayals yet. Critics and audiences alike are praising her nuanced depiction of strength, resilience, and moral integrity.
Yami, who often emphasizes her preference for content-driven cinema over mere glamour, has once again struck a chord with Haq. Her reflections on the film's organic success underscore her dedication to authentic storytelling and her deep gratitude for audience support.
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