Haq Holds Steady at the Box Office, Crosses Rs 8.85 Crore in Opening Weekend
The powerful courtroom drama Haq, featuring Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi, has concluded its inaugural weekend with a respectable total at the domestic box office. Directed by Suparn Verma, the film, which draws inspiration from the landmark Shah Bano case, has garnered an estimated Rs 8.85 crore in its first three days, setting the stage for a crucial week ahead.
A Detailed Look at the Box Office Numbers
Released on November 7, 2025, Haq opened to a collection of Rs 1.75 crore on its first day, Friday. The film witnessed an impressive 100% growth on Saturday, day 2, pulling in Rs 3.35 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. This surge indicated positive initial word-of-mouth. However, the growth trajectory flattened on its first Sunday, day 3, with earnings seeing only a minor improvement.
All eyes are now on the film's performance on its first Monday, a key indicator of its long-term viability. While a drop in collections is expected, the magnitude of the decline will determine its staying power in cinemas. The film has a clear window until November 14, when it will face competition from the Ajay Devgn-starrer De De Pyaar De 2.
How Haq Stacks Up Against Other Films
In a significant milestone, Haq has already surpassed the lifetime domestic earnings of Emraan Hashmi's previous solo release, the action thriller Ground Zero. That film had collected Rs 5.20 crore in its opening weekend and concluded its run with a lifetime total of Rs 6.70 crore.
On the other hand, the film finds itself trailing behind the opening weekend performance of Yami Gautam's last theatrical venture, Article 370. That patriotic action thriller had amassed a robust Rs 22.50 crore in its first three days, eventually earning Rs 77.97 crore in its eight-week run.
Authentic Success and the Film's Content
Celebrating the film's genuine reception, Yami Gautam took to Twitter (X) to express her gratitude. She emphasized that the box office number was achieved "without resorting to any gimmick" and highlighted the positive word-of-mouth from both audiences and trade analysts.
Haq is a courtroom drama that delves into a controversial, real-life legal battle. It is reportedly inspired by the historic Shah Bano case of 1985, where the Supreme Court of India granted a divorced Muslim woman the right to maintenance. The film stars Yami Gautam as Shazia Bano, a character inspired by the case, and Emraan Hashmi as her estranged husband, lawyer Abbas Khan.
The film's release was preceded by a legal challenge from Shah Bano's daughter, who filed a petition in the Madhya Pradesh High Court seeking a stay. However, the court rejected the plea last week, clearing the path for the film's scheduled release.
