The trailer of Daayra introduces an intense crime drama in which truth, justice and public opinion collide. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, the film stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran as two senior police officers approaching the same case from opposing perspectives. Inspired by true events, Daayra will release in cinemas on September 18, 2026.
A Crime That Divides the Nation
Daayra begins in the aftermath of a serious crime that captures national attention and triggers widespread public outrage. As pressure for immediate answers grows, parallel investigations begin to uncover new details that repeatedly change the direction of the case.
Kareena Kapoor Khan plays DCP Ajooni Kohli, while Prithviraj Sukumaran appears as DCP Raman Kumar. Both officers work within the same legal system but follow different interpretations of duty and justice. Their conflicting approaches place them on opposite sides of an investigation that gradually challenges accepted ideas of right and wrong.
Trailer Explores Truth, Justice and Public Perception
Rooted in realism, the trailer builds tension through shifting revelations, emotionally charged exchanges and sharp dialogues. Instead of presenting the case in simple terms, the film examines how evidence, personal conviction and institutional responsibility can lead people towards different conclusions.
The story also looks beyond the crime to explore how public narratives are created. It asks whether a popular opinion can become a verdict before an investigation is complete and questions who has the authority to define justice. By withholding easy answers, Daayra invites viewers to examine their own assumptions while following the investigation.
Kareena and Prithviraj Lead a Strong Ensemble
Kareena has described Ajooni Kohli as a character who pushed her into a largely unexplored emotional space. Prithviraj, meanwhile, was drawn to Raman Kumar’s controlled personality and the moral questions hidden beneath his composed exterior. Their contrasting performances form the central conflict of the film.
The supporting cast includes Jitendra Joshi, Kshitee Jog, Kanwaljeet Singh, Sandeep Kulkarni and Trupti Khamkar. Their characters add further perspectives to a narrative shaped by difficult decisions, institutional pressure and the consequences of choosing one version of justice over another.
Meghna Gulzar Returns With a Layered Crime Drama
Written by Yash Keswani, Sima Agarwal and Meghna Gulzar, Daayra continues the director’s interest in morally complex stories. Gulzar has positioned the film in the grey space between law, personal belief and justice, allowing audiences to form their own interpretation of the events.
The film is produced by Junglee Pictures and Dr. Jayantilal Gada of Pen Studios. It marks Junglee Pictures’ third collaboration with Meghna Gulzar after Talvar and Raazi, as well as its first co-production with Pen Studios. Distributed by Pen Marudhar, Daayra is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on September 18, 2026.
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