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Yami Gautam Learned Quran for Film Role
24 Apr
Summary
- Filmmaker researched Islamic law for 1.5 years for film accuracy.
- Lead actress Yami Gautam studied the Quran for four months.
- The film addresses gender, justice, and dignity in 1970s India.
Filmmaker Suparn S Varma detailed the meticulous research for the upcoming film Haq, highlighting a dedicated year and a half spent understanding Islamic law to ensure authenticity. Actress Yami Gautam underwent significant preparation, including a four-month study of the Holy Quran to accurately portray her character.
Gautam focused on mastering the dialect and the nuances of Quranic recitation. Varma stressed the importance of this in-depth research amidst widespread misinformation, aiming for Haq to be a source of reliable information.
The film's narrative centers on Shazia Bano, a woman in 1970s India navigating personal and legal struggles. Her character takes a stand against her husband's remarriage and subsequent refusal to provide financial support.
Produced by Junglee Pictures in association with Insomnia Films and Baweja Studios, Haq delves into critical themes of gender equality, the pursuit of justice, and the affirmation of personal dignity.
