Meghna Gulzar’s highly anticipated crime thriller Daayra has officially locked its theatrical release for September 18, 2026. The project marks the first time Kareena Kapoor Khan and Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran will share screen space. Both actors step into the roles of police officers in a narrative that tests the boundaries between law, justice, and punishment.
What We Know
- The script is co-written by Yash Keswani, Sima Agarwal, and Meghna Gulzar.
- The project operates as the first-ever joint venture between Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios.
- Principal photography for the feature already concluded in December 2025.
To confirm the date, Kareena Kapoor Khan shared raw, behind-the-scenes Instagram footage from the set. The video highlights large-scale outdoor environments, police vehicles, and Kapoor Khan in uniform. She included a tagline with the post: “Some lines are drawn. Some are crossed. A choice awaits.” The role holds specific historical weight for her, standing as her 68th film across 25 years in the industry.
The production builds on an established creative partnership. Daayra is the third time Meghna Gulzar has directed a project under Junglee Pictures, following her previous work on Raazi and Talvar. The addition of Pen Studios makes this a unique coproduction venture, combining resources for the expansive police drama.
The film wrapped production late last year and is currently in post-production. Fans of both industries are now watching closely as the marketing campaign begins rolling out ahead of the fall premiere.