Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Daayra Sets September 18, 2026 Release
The upcoming Mumbai-based Bollywood thriller Daayra, directed by filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, has officially locked its theatrical release date for September 18, 2026. The film stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, bringing a major new collaboration to the Indian film industry.
The official announcement of the release date was accompanied by the sharing of behind-the-scenes glimpses from the film’s sets. Inspired by true events, Daayra is described as an intense thriller that explores the complex themes of crime, justice, and punishment. The film marks the very first on-screen collaboration between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, a pairing that has already generated significant curiosity among moviegoers.
To officially announce the date, Kareena Kapoor Khan shared a behind-the-scenes video from the film on social media. Along with the video clip, she shared a message with her followers, writing, “This one is for the books… Raw and unseen. A sneak peek behind the scenes of DAAYRA. #Daayra arrives in cinemas on 18th September.”
The newly released footage offers a brief look at the atmosphere on the film's set, hinting at a gritty and realistic tone. While the makers have largely kept specific plot details under wraps, the visual style seen in the behind-the-scenes footage suggests that Daayra will be deeply rooted in realism. This realistic storytelling approach is one that is frequently associated with Meghna Gulzar’s films.
Prithviraj Sukumaran also shared the release announcement with his followers online, teasing the central moral conflict of the narrative. In his social media post, he wrote, “Some lines are drawn. Some are crossed. A choice awaits... just 3 months to go! #Daayra arrives in cinemas on 18th September.” His caption hints at the difficult moral dilemmas that lie at the heart of the story, reinforcing the thriller’s focus on justice and accountability.
As the countdown to September 18, 2026 begins, the newly released behind-the-scenes footage has offered audiences their first official glimpse into the world of Daayra, setting the stage for the upcoming film.
