Bold takeaway: A devoted partnership can empower a career, and that support system is what helps both partners thrive.
Aditya Dhar stands as Yami Gautam’s strongest professional ally, offering hands-on support at home and encouraging her to pursue acting projects. In a candid Mid-day India interview, Yami opened up about how his involvement as a father and partner keeps her motivated to work, noting that his praise after Haq meant the world to her.
“Seeing Haq, he said some of the kindest things to me. I always value his feedback on my performances,” Yami shared. She also reflected on the delicate balance of motherhood and a demanding career, acknowledging that resuming work after becoming a mother sparked momentary mom guilt. Yet she credits her mother for advising her not to let motherhood hold her back, reminding herself of the hard-won independence she built through years of dedication.
Yami and Aditya’s paths first intersected during the production of Uri: The Surgical Strike in 2019, where Aditya directed and Yami had a crucial role. What began as a quiet friendship gradually deepened into a relationship, culminating in a June 2021 wedding announcement and the arrival of their son, Vedavid, in 2024.
About Haq
Haq is directed by Suparn Varma and features Yami Gautam opposite Emraan Hashmi, with a supporting cast that includes Sheeba Chaddha, Danish Husain, Aseem Hattangady, and Vartika Singh. The film draws inspiration from the life and legal battle of Shah Bano Begum, whose 1985 case prompted the Supreme Court to grant maintenance rights to divorced Muslim women. The project faced regulatory scrutiny when the Madhya Pradesh High Court rejected a petition seeking a stay on its release. Haq hit theaters on November 7.
Meanwhile, Aditya Dhar is basking in the ongoing success of his latest project, Dhurandhar, which stars a high-profile lineup including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal. Released on December 5, the film is nearing ₹300 crore at the Indian box office.
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