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Daayra Trailer: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran Find Justice on Opposite Sides
The trailer of Daayra is here, offering a gripping first look at a story where truth is never absolute, justice is open to interpretation, and every decision comes with a consequence.
This Meghna Gulzar directorial explores crime, justice and punishment through a riveting, layered, emotionally charged narrative, written by Yash Keswani Sima Agarwal and Meghna Gulzar.
Inspired by true events, Daayra unfolds in the aftermath of a crime that grips the nation sparking widespread outrage, while setting a series of events and two investigations in motion.
As the search for answers deepens, two senior police officers, played by Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, find themselves navigating the same system through different approaches to duty and justice, on opposing sides of a case that challenges the very idea of right and wrong.
The trailer steadily builds tension as new revelations shift the way we see the case. Its sharp, thought-provoking dialogues raise difficult questions on truth and justice. At the same time, Daayra looks beyond the crime itself to explore public perception and the narratives that emerge.
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The film also stars Jitendra Joshi, Kshitee Jog, Kanwaljeet Singh, Sandeep Kulkarni and Trupti Khamkar.
Talking about the film and Meghna Gulzar, Kareena Kapoor Khan said, “What I loved about working with Meghna is that she makes you question everything you think you know about a character. There’s so much thought behind every detail, but she never takes away your instinct as an actor. Playing DCP Ajooni Kohli stayed with me… because she pushed me into a space I hadn’t really explored before, and at this stage in my career, that’s always exciting. And then to have Prithviraj opposite me was such a pleasure. He’s an incredibly intelligent actor… very present, very instinctive… and there was an ease to working together that I really enjoyed. This was one of those films where the people you’re surrounded by make the experience that much richer.”
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran said, “What drew me to DCP Raman Kumar was the complexity beneath his composed exterior and the questions he finds himself grappling with during the investigation. What I admire is how the film maintains that objectivity right till the very end, allowing the audience to form their own perspective. Meghna Gulzar is a filmmaker whose craft I have closely followed and Daayra gave me the opportunity to work with her. It was a rewarding experience and working with Kareena made the journey even more special. I hope the audience connects with the world we have created, a story that is gripping and deeply human”
Director Meghna Gulzar added, “Daayra doesn’t sit comfortably in black and white. It explores the grey and dismantles it. As a filmmaker, that grey space is always challenging, and yet compelling – where characters make choices, live with them, and the audience is left to engage with what unfolds. The main protagonists of Daayra are brought to life with towering performances by Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. I’m grateful that I got this dynamic combination of actors, along with an exceptional ensemble cast, to explore the delicate lines of law and justice that traverse the story of Daayra. I am very excited to share this world of grey with the audience and welcome them into it!”
Amrita Pandey, CEO, Junglee Pictures, said, “At Junglee Pictures, we have always gravitated towards stories that come from the world around us, particularly those inspired by true events or real experiences. Daayra has been a story we have developed closely with our writers and Meghna, and it is a film that feels deeply relevant to the times we live in, while approaching its subject with the sensitivity it deserves. It is also a powerful crime thriller, driven by conflict, moral dilemmas, difficult choices and two very strong points of view. To have powerhouse performers like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran bring these characters to life makes it even more exciting. Daayra also marks our first co production with PEN Studios, and we are delighted to be on this journey with them. For our team, it is wonderful to be working with Meghna for the third time after Talvar and Raazi. We have loved making this film and hope audiences connect with it as deeply as we have.”
Dr. Jayantilal Gada, CMD, Pen Studios said, “Cinema can entertain, but it can also ask the right questions. Daayra belongs to the latter, and that is what makes this story particularly special to us. Meghna Gulzar is a filmmaker who has consistently created cinema that makes you think, and her ability to tell a story with depth, sensitivity and restraint is truly remarkable. Bringing together two celebrated actors like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran adds another compelling dimension to the film, with both actors bringing immense conviction and intensity to their roles. It has also been wonderful to collaborate with a content-first studio like Junglee Pictures, whose vision and commitment to meaningful storytelling align closely with ours. We hope Daayra not only grips audiences but also stays with them, leaving them with questions and conversations long after they leave the theatre.”
Daayra will be released theatrically on September 18.
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Prithviraj Sukumaran Admits Feeling Uncomfortable Discussing Safety With 11-year-old Daughter
Prithviraj Sukumaran spoke about the difficult conversations parents need to have with their children about safety, responsibility and kindness while discussing his upcoming film Daayra. The actor reflected on the impact of the film’s subject on him not just as a performer, but also as a father, husband, friend and responsible citizen.
During the trailer launch, Prithviraj was asked about how Daayra affected him as an actor and a parent. Reflecting on the film’s hard-hitting subject, the actor said, “We are not worried just as parents. I am worried as a husband, as a friend to someone, as a responsible citizen of this country and yes, as a father as well. Unfortunately, as citizens, what can we do other than get worried and be hopeful? Yes, the film speaks about a very ugly truth within which society today exists, and we are all part of that society.”
Prithviraj then spoke about his experience as a father to an 11-year-old daughter and the conversations he now feels compelled to have with her. He said, “I have an 11-year-old daughter. I am at that uncomfortable stage as a parent where now I have to start talking to her and letting her know about what is safe and what is unsafe. If we were to live in an ideal world, we would never have that conversation. But we do not live in an ideal world. But what can we do as citizens other than talking to our children?”
The actor also emphasised that conversations around safety should not be directed only towards girls. According to Prithviraj, boys and men must be equally involved in understanding responsibility and creating a safer society. He continued, “Make no mistake, the conversation should not just be with your girl children. It should be equally and vociferously with boys as well. I strongly feel that if there’s an extra ounce of responsibility on any side, it is with us, the men. We are the ones who should carry the torch to make sure that this conversation is spoken about.”
The makers of Daayra unveiled the film’s trailer at a grand event on Monday. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles. The trailer offers a glimpse into an intense narrative, with the two protagonists seemingly finding themselves on opposing sides of a larger debate surrounding justice.
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