Where Truth is Fluid and Justice is on Trial: Meghna Gulzar’s Investigative Drama Daayra Unveils a Chilling Trailer!
Renowned for unspooling hard-hitting, real-world investigative thrillers like Talvar and Raazi, National Award-winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar is back with her next high-stakes procedural drama, Daayra. Co-produced by Junglee Pictures and Dr. Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios), the film brings together powerhouse performers Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran as opposing top cops in a complex, morally ambiguous battle for justice.
The gripping theatrical trailer of Daayra has officially landed, setting the stage for a worldwide big-screen release on September 18, 2026 through Pen Marudhar.
Two Officers, Two Parallel Probes, Zero Easy Truths
Inspired by true events, Daayra plunges into the chaotic aftermath of a heinous crime that sends shockwaves across the country, igniting intense public outrage, trial-by-media, and a dual investigation:
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The Clash of Convictions: Kareena Kapoor Khan stars as DCP Ajooni Kohli, while Prithviraj Sukumaran portrays DCP Raman Kumar. Operating within the same police framework, both officers approach duty, evidence, and moral responsibility from contrasting ideological angles, leading to an intense clash of perspectives.
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Beyond Conventional Whodunits: Written jointly by Yash Keswani, Sima Agarwal, and Meghna Gulzar, the narrative moves beyond the mechanics of a routine investigation. It examines how public perceptions form, how quickly narratives solidify into perceived verdicts, and what happens when personal moral compasses collide with statutory boundaries.
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Formidable Ensemble Cast: The film features an impressive ensemble, including Jitendra Joshi, Kshitee Jog, Kanwaljeet Singh, Sandeep Kulkarni, and Trupti Khamkar, each adding raw dramatic texture to the unfolding procedural.
Voices Behind the Film
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Kareena Kapoor Khan (DCP Ajooni Kohli): "What I admire about Meghna’s craft is how she challenges you to question everything you take for granted about a character. Playing DCP Ajooni Kohli pushed me into an uncharted, raw space. Sharing the frame with an instinctive, intelligent actor like Prithviraj made the dynamic on set truly rewarding."
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Prithviraj Sukumaran (DCP Raman Kumar): "DCP Raman Kumar has a quiet, composed exterior, yet carries intense internal conflicts. What makes 'Daayra' special is its steadfast objectivity right until the final frame—it allows the audience to weigh the facts and form their own point of view."
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Director Meghna Gulzar: "Daayra refuses to exist in neat black-and-white compartments. It lives in the grey zones of morality and law. Kareena and Prithviraj have delivered towering, layered performances that capture the delicate balance between personal conviction and the limits of the law."
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Producers Amrita Pandey & Dr. Jayantilal Gada: Emphasized that Daayra continues Junglee Pictures' and Pen Studios' shared vision of delivering thought-provoking, content-first cinema that sparks vital conversations beyond the theatre halls.
Carrying the legacy of Meghna Gulzar’s meticulous, restrained storytelling, Daayra is shaping up to be one of the most intellectually stimulating cinematic experiences this season when it arrives on September 18, 2026.
