In a remarkable display of industry camaraderie, Bollywood luminary Alia Bhatt has publicly acclaimed Yami Gautam’s performance in the courtroom drama ‘Haq,’ describing it as one of the most exceptional female performances in cinematic history. The acclaimed actress not only reached out to Gautam personally but also utilized her social media platform to express profound admiration, declaring herself an ardent ‘Yami fan’ through an extensive Instagram story tribute.
Bhatt’s digital endorsement characterized Gautam’s portrayal as ‘pure craft, heart and all things gold,’ emphasizing the performance’s placement among her all-time favorites. The heartfelt message further revealed their private telephone conversation, with Bhatt expressing eager anticipation for Gautam’s future projects that would ‘charm and entertain’ audiences.
Responding to the generous praise, Gautam reciprocated with equal warmth, acknowledging Bhatt’s professional integrity and personal generosity. She highlighted their meaningful morning conversation as evidence of mutual respect and empowerment within the industry, expressing commitment to ‘always rooting for one each other’ in their cinematic journeys.
This public exchange of admiration follows previous accolades from other prominent Bollywood figures including Kiara Advani and Sanjay Kapoor, solidifying the film’s significant impact within the entertainment community.
‘Haq,’ which premiered in theaters on November 7, 2025, represents a substantial cinematic achievement exploring women’s rights through the landmark 1985 Indian Supreme Court case of Mohd. Ahmed Khan vs Shah Bano Begum. Directed by Suparn S Varma and produced under the Junglee Pictures banner with executive production by Vineet Jain, Vishal Gurnani, Juhi Parekh Mehta and Harman Baweja, the film features an ensemble cast including Vartika Singh, Danish Husain, Sheeba Chadha, and Aseem Hattangady alongside Gautam’s celebrated performance.