Meghna Gulzar, the acclaimed director known for films like Raazi and Talvar, has announced her next project titled Daayra. This crime-drama thriller will feature Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan and Malayalam actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. The film is being produced by Junglee Pictures, marking their third collaboration with Meghna Gulzar.
The story of Daayra delves into the complexities of crime, punishment, and justice, exploring the societal norms and institutions that shape these themes. Co-written by Meghna Gulzar, Sima Agarwal, and Yash Keswani, the narrative promises to unravel the grey areas within the black-and-white concepts of morality and justice. The film is currently in its pre-production stage.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, celebrating her 25th year in Hindi cinema, expressed her excitement about working with Meghna Gulzar and Prithviraj Sukumaran. She described the film as bold and thought-provoking, stating that it would be a cinematic experience that challenges and inspires. Kareena shared her admiration for Meghna’s work and highlighted the opportunity to collaborate with Prithviraj as a significant milestone in her career.
Prithviraj Sukumaran, fresh off the success of his Malayalam blockbuster L2: Empuraan, also shared his enthusiasm for the project. He praised the layered and emotionally rich character he will portray in Daayra and emphasized the film’s relevance to contemporary societal issues. He expressed his excitement about working with Meghna Gulzar and Kareena Kapoor Khan, calling it a great collaborative experience.
Meghna Gulzar described Daayra as a story that compels reflection on the society we live in and its institutions. She highlighted the creative challenge of exploring the grey areas within the narrative and expressed her confidence in Kareena and Prithviraj’s ability to bring the lead characters to life.
The film aims to be a gritty and nuanced exploration of its themes, continuing Meghna Gulzar’s tradition of creating socially relevant and impactful cinema. With its intriguing storyline and stellar cast, Daayra is poised to be a significant addition to Indian cin
