The trailer of Daayra has landed exactly the way a Meghna Gulzar film would hope to: with intrigue, intensity, and a wave of approval from across Bollywood. Even before the crime drama reaches cinemas on September 18, 2026, its first full promo has triggered excited reactions from actors and filmmakers who know Gulzar’s storytelling up close.
What has especially amplified the buzz is the lineup behind the film. Daayra brings together Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, with Meghna Gulzar directing a project backed by Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios. The trailer, released this week, positions the film as a tense investigative drama, and the industry response has been swift.
Bollywood Reacts To The Daayra Trailer
Alia Bhatt, who previously collaborated with Meghna Gulzar on Raazi, kept her reaction short but impactful. Sharing the trailer, she wrote, “THIS cast + my favourite director… say no more.”
Vicky Kaushal, who worked with Gulzar on Sam Bahadur, praised the filmmaker’s world-building and the pairing at the heart of the story. He wrote that Meghna explores “a world of blurred lines” and said he was eager to watch the “jugalbandi” between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Karan Johar also joined the chorus, posting, “So many favourites in one film!” while praising Meghna’s “genius at play” and wishing the team well. Soha Ali Khan and Karisma Kapoor were among the other names who shared their appreciation for the trailer, adding to the sense that Daayra has already found strong support within the film fraternity.
What We Know About Daayra
Daayra is directed by Meghna Gulzar and stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead. The film is produced by Junglee Pictures and Dr. Jayantilal Gada of Pen Studios, with Pen Marudhar handling distribution. The release date is locked for September 18, 2026.
The film has been described as a crime drama inspired by true events, marking Gulzar’s latest collaboration with Junglee Pictures after Talvar and Raazi. The trailer leans into a morally layered investigation, setting up a face-off between two powerful performers without giving away too much of the central conflict.
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Recent And Upcoming Work
For Kareena Kapoor Khan, Daayra continues a phase where she has balanced mainstream star power with darker, character-driven material. Her recent releases include the Netflix thriller Jaane Jaan in 2023, the theatrical heist comedy Crew in 2024 alongside Tabu and Kriti Sanon, and Singham Again in 2024.
As of September 1, 2026, Daayra is her next confirmed theatrical release. With Meghna Gulzar directing and Prithviraj Sukumaran sharing top billing, the film adds another high-profile dramatic turn to Kareena’s recent run, one that has increasingly leaned toward suspense, ensemble storytelling, and performance-led narratives.
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