Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Daayra gets a release date

Meghna Gulzar's next directorial, Daayra, has finally locked its release date. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, the thriller is set to hit theatres on September 18, 2026. The makers have also shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) glimpse into the making of the film. 

Inspired by true events, Daayra has been written by Yash Keswani, Sima Agarwal and Meghna Gulzar. One of the biggest highlights of the film is the fresh pairing of Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, who will be sharing screen space for the first time. While Kareena continues to reinvent



herself with every project after more than two decades in the industry, Prithviraj has carved a niche for himself with critically acclaimed performances across Malayalam cinema and beyond, including films like Jana Gana Mana and The Goat Life.

With just three months left for its theatrical release, the makers have kicked off the countdown by unveiling a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the sets. The footage offers a raw look at the making of the film and hints at the intense world that awaits audiences. The caption read: "Towards our finish line. #Daayra in Cinemas on 18th September 2026".