Marking the occasion of International Women’s Day, Bihar State Film Development and Finance Corporation Limited (Department of Art and Culture, Government of Bihar) is organizing a special screening of the film Haq, a powerful story focusing on a woman’s fight for dignity, justice and her rightful place in the society.
Suparn Verma’s ‘Haq’ will be shown in Patna on International Women’s Day.
Directed by Suparn Verma, the film takes inspiration from the historic legal battle of Shah Bano, whose case became a watershed moment in India’s conversation around women’s rights, maintenance laws and equality before law. The film explores the emotional, social and legal journey of a woman who challenges long-standing norms to assert her rights.
The special screening will take place on March 7, 2026 at 11:30 am at Regent Cinema. Pranav Kumar will be present in the program as the chief guest. The event is being organized under the leadership of Smt. Rachna, IAS, Managing Director, Bihar State Film Development and Finance Corporation Limited, celebrating cinema that highlights meaningful and socially relevant narratives.
The film is produced by Vineet Jain, Vishal Gurnani, Juhi Parekh Mehta, Harman Baweja and Vicky Jain.
Through your story, Right Highlights a deeply personal yet universally relevant story about resilience, courage, and the pursuit of justice. By bringing the film to audiences on International Women’s Day, organizers hope to spark meaningful conversations about gender equality and the continued importance of recognizing women’s voices and rights.
Speaking about the film, director Suparn Verma said, “Haq is not just a film; it is a reminder of the courage it takes a woman to stand up and claim her rights. The story inspired by Shah Bano is a powerful chapter in India’s social and legal history, and it is worth watching, discussing and celebrating. My hope is that audiences leave thinking how far we have come, and how far we still need to go when it comes to women’s rights and dignity.” Is.”
The film features strong performances from Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi, who bring depth and authenticity to their roles. With its powerful story, meaningful theme and impressive performances, Right is an important cinematic work addressing themes of justice, equality and social change.
