Haq OTT partner revealed! Here's when and where you can stream Yami Gautam-Emraan Hashmi's courtroom drama after its theatrical run

The Yami Gautam-Emraan Hashmi courtroom drama Haq based on the landmark Shah Bano Begum case, releases in theaters on November 7, 2025, and streams on Netflix from January 2, 2026.

Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam in a still from Haq

The highly anticipated courtroom drama, Haq starring Yami Gautam Dhar and Emraan Hashmi, is officially set to stream on Netflix, following its theatrical run. Following the customary eight-week theatrical window, the worldwide streaming behemoth has acquired the highly sought-after post-release rights to the film, guaranteeing that the socially significant film will reach a large audience. The film will begin streaming on Netflix from January 2, 2026.

Theatrical release and landmark case inspiration

In theatres on November 7, 2025, Haq will be the latest film from director Suparn Verma. Not only does it feature an A-list cast, but the story is based on the seminal Supreme Court decision of Mohd. Ahmed Khan v. Shah Bano Begum, which came down in 1985, which is helping to propel the film's pre-release buzz.

Exploring the real-life conflict that sparked a national debate in India about religion, women's rights, and justice, Haq provides a riveting account. Yami Gautam Dhar plays Shazia Bano, a lady whose husband Abbas (Emraan Hashmi) leaves her and their children for another woman. Following her initial maintenance claim, Shazia takes her case to court igniting a massive courtroom showdown that grabs national headlines and starts a heated debate over the relative merits of personal law and secular law.

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Cast and character portrayals

To ground the story's heavy emotional weight and legal proceedings, the cast—which includes seasoned performers like S M Zaheer, Vartika Singh, Danish Husain, and Sheeba Chaddha—is required to give compelling performances. In keeping with the original case, Emraan Hashmi portrays Ahmed Khan, and Yami Gautam Dhar plays Shazia Bano.

Haq has already faced legal opposition, despite its announced OTT agreement and imminent theatrical distribution. Shah Bano Begum's daughter Siddiqua submitted a legal notice to the filmmakers and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in October 2025. Shah Bano Begum was the woman at the core of the 1985 landmark case. The notification reveals that the movie heavily relied on her mother's personal life and legal battle, without the consent of her legal heirs.

Pre-release tensions and ongoing legal battle

This new twist further complicates the film's premiere, given the delicate and contentious nature of the subject matter. As the days leading up to the film's November 7 release date dwindle, the makers are busy managing this legal battle.

With Netflix's streaming agreement, Haq will be able to reach a huge international audience, giving people a chance to discuss the maintenance rights of divorced women in India and how important they have been and are now. The film's intriguing premise and early 2026 streaming availability make it a blockbuster with big attendance potential.

FAQs:

Q: When and where will the film Haq stream online?

A: The film Haq is confirmed to stream on Netflix starting January 2, 2026. This date follows the standard eight-week exclusive window after its theatrical release.

Q: What is the theatrical release date for Haq?

A: The courtroom drama Haq is scheduled to be released in theaters on November 7, 2025.

Q: Who are the lead actors in Haq?

A: The lead roles in Haq are played by Yami Gautam Dhar as Shazia Bano and Emraan Hashmi as Ahmed Khan/Abbas. The supporting cast includes Sheeba Chaddha, S M Zaheer, Vartika Singh, and Danish Husain.

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