As a throwback, Emraan Hashmi reflected on his “serial kisser” phase, admitting the popular label boosted his fame but also boxed him in, leaving him wanting to be taken more seriously as an actor.
Emraan Hashmi features prominently on IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list this week following the release of Taskaree. Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas, Joseph Vijay, and other stars also made the list, driven by buzz around their upcoming projects.
Emraan Hashmi says Haq presents a balanced, liberal Muslim viewpoint, handling a landmark case neutrally, urging audiences, especially Muslims, to watch the film for its honest, unbiased storytelling and empathy.
The series stays on track with strong performances and a briskly paced plot, even as its glossy finish holds it back. With a more grounded treatment, this story of smuggling and systemic failure could have landed with far greater force.
Stars Emraan Hashmi, Zoya Afroz, Amruta Khanvilkar and Nandish Singh Sandhu attended the International Kite Festival 2026 at Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad, flying a special Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web-branded kite and engaging with fans amid the vibrant Uttarayan celebrations. Their visit tied the spirit of India’s iconic kite festival with the Netflix crime thriller’s promotional buzz ahead of its January 14 premiere.
Aditi Rao Hydari has expressed admiration for the courtroom drama Haq, starring Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi, saying she can’t stop thinking about the film’s powerful narrative and performances. The story, inspired by a landmark legal case, has continued to resonate with audiences and celebrities alike.
Actor Emraan Hashmi faced a tense moment on Tuesday morning when his Mumbai–Ahmedabad flight failed to land and was diverted to Jaipur while he was travelling to promote his upcoming web series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web.
Emraan Hashmi explained why Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal worked at the box office — saying many men identify with its hypermasculine themes despite criticism.
Producer Mukesh Bhatt clarified that the postponement of Emraan Hashmi’s Awarapan 2 has nothing to do with avoiding box-office clashes against Dhurandhar 2 or Yash’s Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.
Emraan Hashmi praised the monumental box-office success of Dhurandhar, which has rewritten records in Hindi cinema, and shared his grounded perspective on the industry amid his own projects like Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web.
Emraan Hashmi added his trademark charm at the Taskaree: The Smuggler trailer launch, teasing that romance is inevitable whenever he’s on screen. The actor also revealed that the series will rely on powerful background music instead of songs, ahead of its Netflix premiere on January 14.
Netflix has unveiled the trailer of Taskaree – The Smuggler, featuring Emraan Hashmi as a sharp and relentless customs officer taking on a global smuggling syndicate. The high-octane thriller is set to premiere on January 14, promising an intense cat-and-mouse game across international routes.
Yami Gautam thanked fans for the overwhelmingly positive reaction to Haq following its Netflix OTT release, saying the support has been “truly gratifying” for her as both an artist and a woman. Despite a modest box office performance, the courtroom drama’s themes of justice and gender rights have resonated with audiences online, renewing appreciation for the film and its performances.
Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi’s Haq continues its steady run at the box office, earning Rs 1 crore on its fourth day in India. The film, based on the Shah Bano case, blends a love story with a powerful courtroom drama addressing gender equality and justice.
Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi’s courtroom drama Haq opened to mixed numbers, collecting over a crore on Day 1. Despite critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of the Shah Bano-inspired story, the film struggled to draw large crowds to theatres.
Gracefully told and quietly defiant, this is a story that lingers long after it ends. Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi shine in a film that finds power in restraint and honesty.
Shah Bano Begum’s heirs have moved the Indore High Court seeking to halt the release of Haq. They claim the film misrepresents Sharia law and does not have legal rights to depict her story.
Emraan Hashmi returns with Haq, a courtroom drama inspired by the historic Shah Bano case, exploring women’s rights and justice in India under the direction of Suparn S Varma.
Emraan Hashmi addressed the controversy around his upcoming film Haq, clarifying that it does not target or malign the Muslim community. The legal drama, inspired by the 1985 Shah Bano case, stars Yami Gautam.
Emraan Hashmi stars in Haq, a gripping legal drama inspired by the historic Shah Bano case, exploring justice, faith, and the evolution of Muslim women’s rights in contemporary India.
Junglee Pictures’ courtroom drama Haqe revisits the 1980s debate on uniform laws, exploring faith versus justice through a landmark Supreme Court case. The teaser’s powerful reception has intensified anticipation.
Nearly two decades after Awarapan became a cult hit, Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam in Awarapan 2. The sequel began its first shooting schedule in Bangkok this week with a mahurat puja.
Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG continued its strong run at the box office, collecting Rs 18.50 crore net on its fourth day and taking its total in India to Rs 140.20 crore net.
Awarapan 2, directed by Nitin Kakkar, begins filming with Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani in lead roles. Slated for summer 2026, the sequel promises a gripping tale of love and redemption.
Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam’s upcoming film HAQ revisits the historic Shah Bano case, highlighting themes of justice, faith, and women’s rights. The teaser shows Yami as Bano fighting a powerful courtroom battle against her husband, played by Emraan.