In a move that has taken social media by storm, filmmaker Karan Johar recently took to Instagram to share a deeply emotional review of the film Haq, declaring himself a “fan for life” of actress Yami Gautam. The filmmaker, known for his keen eye for talent, penned a lengthy note praising the courtroom drama and Yami’s “pathbreaking” performance.
The Dharma Productions head shared his thoughts after watching Haq on Netflix, admitting that the story of Shazia Bano—a character inspired by the landmark Shah Bano legal battle—left him “in a puddle of tears.”
In his Instagram story, Johar confessed to feeling a sense of regret for not catching the film during its initial theatrical run. “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,” he wrote.
While the film itself received high marks, Johar’s most glowing words were reserved for Yami Gautam. He described her portrayal as one of the most moving performances he has witnessed in years.
“To say that Yami Gautam is brilliant, outstanding, and pathbreaking is still not saying enough,” Johar noted. “Her silences, her stares, her last monologue, and her stance throughout the film is a masterclass of craft and conviction. Salute and Salaam to her!”
He concluded his tribute with a definitive statement that quickly went viral: “Yami… Am a fan for life!”
This validation comes at a significant time for Yami Gautam, who has been consistently delivering powerhouse performances in films like Article 370 and A Thursday. For many fans, Johar’s public appreciation represents Yami finally getting her “Haq”—her rightful due—as a top-tier performer in the industry.
The actress was quick to respond to the praise, sharing that Johar’s words left her “emotional.” She replied via social media, expressing her “utmost love and gratitude” for the filmmaker’s support.
Directed by Suparn S. Varma and produced by Junglee Pictures, Haq has found a massive second life on digital platforms. Johar also extended his appreciation to the rest of the team, calling it Emraan Hashmi’s career-best performance and praising director Suparn Varma for his “assured hand” in storytelling. To know such latest updates tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
