Karan Johar has lauded Yami Gautam's powerful portrayal in Haq, calling it "exceptional."
On Sunday, January 11, the Indian filmmaker took to Instagram to share a review of Emraan Hashmi and Yami’s hit film.
He wrote, “HAQ, The Shazia Bano story and victory moved me to a puddle of tears… I was speechless at the end and then clapped loudly for the film and lamented that i missed the opportunity of watching this exceptionally empowering film in the cinema."
Karan added, “I don’t think I have been this moved by a performance in many many year to say that @yamigautam is Brilliant, outstanding , Pathbreaking is still not saying enough. Her silences, her stares , her last monologue and her stance throughout the film is a master class of craft and conviction. Salute and Salaam to her.”
Karan raved about Yami's "path-breaking" performance in the film, while Emraan delivered the standout act of his career.
While appreciating the, he continued, “@suparnverma directs the film with such an assured hand, never letting theatrics overpower the emotion and always making the strength of the characters shine with strong silences, he has directed a Brilliant film @therealemraan is his career best."
Many Indian celebrities have praised Yami for her stellar acting, including Alia Bhatt.
As per HT, Haq has garnered ₹29 crore worldwide at the box office.