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About the Movie
Daayra is an upcoming Hindi-language investigative crime thriller directed and co-written by Meghna Gulzar. The film stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles.
Inspired by true events, the film follows two senior police officers who become involved in a controversial case that sparks intense debate and raises difficult questions about truth, accountability, and justice.
Daayra is scheduled to release in theaters on September 18, 2026, in Hindi and Malayalam.
Story
The story follows DCP Ajooni Kohli, played by Kareena Kapoor Khan, and DCP Raman Kumar, played by Prithviraj Sukumaran. Their professional paths collide when a controversial case puts them at the center of an intense investigation.
As the investigation progresses, the case creates sharply divided reactions within society. Different perspectives begin to emerge, challenging assumptions about what is right and wrong.
Ajooni and Raman must navigate a complex situation while searching for the truth. Their investigation raises questions about justice, accountability, morality, and the responsibilities of those within the legal and policing system.
Rather than offering easy answers, the film explores how a disturbing act can affect individuals and society in different ways.
Cast and Characters
The cast of Daayra includes:
Kareena Kapoor Khan as DCP Ajooni Kohli
Prithviraj Sukumaran aka DCP Raman Kumar
Jitendra Joshi
Kanwaljeet Singh
Achint Kaur
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran lead the film as two police officers at the center of its investigative narrative.
Director and Crew
Director & Writer: Meghna Gulzar
Producers: Vineet Jain and Dhaval Jain
Production Banners: Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios
Languages: Hindi, Malayalam
Genre: Investigative Crime Thriller, Drama
Release Date
Daayra is scheduled to release in theaters on September 18, 2026.
The film is planned for a release in both Hindi and Malayalam.
Music
Unlike many mainstream Indian films, Daayra will not feature songs. Meghna Gulzar has said that the screenplay did not have room for musical sequences and that adding songs could disrupt the narrative flow.
The decision keeps the focus on the investigation, characters, and dramatic tension.
Overview
Daayra is an investigative crime thriller that explores the impact of a controversial case on the police system and society. Through DCP Ajooni Kohli and DCP Raman Kumar, the film examines different perspectives on truth, justice, accountability, and morality.
With Meghna Gulzar at the helm and Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, Daayra aims to deliver a serious and thought-provoking thriller inspired by true events.
