With exactly three months to go, the makers of Daayra have confirmed that the gripping thriller, directed by Meghna Gulzar, will release in theatres on September 18. Produced by Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios, Daayra marks a special milestone as the first-ever co-production between the two banners. It also continues a successful creative partnership between Meghna Gulzar and Junglee Pictures, serving as their third collaboration after the acclaimed films Raazi and Talvar. According to the production teams, they were united by a story they unanimously believe needed to be told now more than ever.

Inspired by true events, the film is written by Yash Keswani, Sima Agarwal, and Meghna Gulzar. It promises a deep, intense exploration of crime, justice, and punishment, themes that the director is well-known for handling with emotional depth and nuance.

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The film has generated immense buzz for its casting coup, bringing together Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran on screen for the very first time, a pairing that the makers note is one that only Meghna Gulzar could have envisioned.

Kareena, who boasts a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, continues to anchor the film with her reputation for constant reinvention and fearless choices. She is joined by Prithviraj Sukumaran, one of Malayalam cinema’s most versatile performers, known for delivering acclaimed hits across various genres, including Jana Gana Mana and The Goat Life.

To mark the three-month countdown, the makers have offered audiences an intriguing, raw look into the making of the film with behind-the-scenes footage. As the mystery of Daayra unfolds this September, the film aims to challenge the audience’s perceptions. As the makers suggest, “As the mystery unfolds on 18th September 2026, and the lines between law and justice begin to blur, audiences may find themselves walking out of the theatres, questioning fundamentally held beliefs and opinions.”

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Alia Bhatt recently shared heartwarming insights into the personality of her daughter, Raha. Speaking at the Amrit Ratna 2026 summit in New Delhi on Wednesday, she reflected on her own journey into the film industry and mentioned that her three-year-old daughter is already showing signs of a flair for the performing arts.

When asked by the host if Raha was beginning to follow in her parents’ footsteps, Alia laughed and shared her observations. She said, “She is also meant for the stage, if I can say so myself. She loves many things, I would say. Abhi woh sports mein bhi bahut interested hai (She is interested in sports too). She has a keen interest in sports and activities. Woh filmy bhi bahut hai, gaane bhi achhe se sunti hai (She is very filmy and likes to listen to songs too). She wants to dance. She picks up steps very fast.”

Alia highlighted that while her daughter is clearly “filmy,” she is also exploring a variety of hobbies. She added, “So my little girl is still growing and observing and putting her hand into different things, whether it’s art, dance or sports. But she’s a leader and a thinker in her own way.”

During the discussion, Alia also looked back at her own childhood. She recalled that acting had always been her dream, sharing memories of performing in front of the mirror for hours long before she officially entered the film industry.

This is not the first time Alia has spoken about Raha’s energetic nature. In an earlier interview with Femina, Alia expressed an interest in seeing her daughter explore athletics. She had said at the time, “I wish for her to actually be an athlete. She’s so competitive and she’s so athletic. She’s only three, but she really jumps around like a bee in a bonnet.”

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The controversy surrounding Ranveer Singh and Don 3 continues to make headlines. According to recent reports, the actor has decided to maintain complete silence on the matter and has no plans to address the controversy publicly.

As per a report by a trade journalist, Ranveer is expected to stay away from media interactions for the next 18 months and is unlikely to give interviews until the release of his upcoming film Pralay. The report further claims that neither the actor nor his legal team intends to make any public statements regarding the Don 3 row.

Interestingly, actor Varun Dhawan appeared to react to the development on social media. A Bollywood news page shared the report claiming that Ranveer would continue to remain silent on the issue, and eagle-eyed fans noticed that Varun had liked the post.

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The Don 3 controversy began after reports emerged that Ranveer had exited the highly anticipated film, directed by Farhan Akhtar, shortly before production was expected to begin. The matter escalated when the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor following complaints related to the project’s disruption and alleged financial losses. Reports suggested that the producers claimed significant losses after his departure.

However, shortly afterwards, the film body withdrew its non-cooperation order following mediation efforts by industry bodies including CINTAA and IMPPA.

The actor’s spokesperson had earlier stated that Ranveer chose to handle the developments with “dignity, maturity and mutual respect” rather than engage in a public back-and-forth.

On the work front, Ranveer is currently focused on Pralay, while fans continue to await clarity on the future of Don 3 and who will eventually lead the iconic franchise.

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