The film, currently in pre-production, is being co-written by Meghna Gulzar along with Yash Keswani and Sima Agarwal.
Published Apr 14, 2025 | 3:29 PM ⚊ Updated Apr 14, 2025 | 5:15 PM
'Daayra' is a crime-drama thriller. (X)
Prithviraj Sukumaran, who recently delivered a hit with L2 Empuraan, is now teaming up with Bollywood director Meghna Gulzar and actor Kareena Kapoor for a film titled Daayra.
The film, currently in pre-production, is being co-written by Meghna Gulzar along with Yash Keswani and Sima Agarwal.
Sharing the news on X, the Malayalam actor wrote: “Some stories stay with you from the moment you hear them. DAAYRA is that for me.
Excited to work with Meghna Gulzar, the incredible Kareena Kapoor Khan and Junglee Pictures! Wish you all a very happy Vishu!”
Some stories stay with you from the moment you hear them.
DAAYRA is that for me.
Excited to work with @meghnagulzar, the incredible #KareenaKapoorKhan and @JungleePictures! Wish you all a very happy Vishu! 🙂#Daayra@vineetjaintimes #AmritaPandey #YashKeswani #SimaAgarwal… pic.twitter.com/vSHXSVh8vC— Prithviraj Sukumaran (@PrithviOfficial) April 14, 2025
According to reports, Daayra taps into the pulse of the people as it confronts the topical and diabolical realities unfolding in society today. “This crime-drama thriller explores the age-old paradox of crime and punishment,” the makers added.
According to a Cinema Express report, speaking about the film, Prithivraj said, “When the script was narrated to me, I knew I had to do this. I was thoroughly absorbed by my character and what he brings to the table as the story progresses. It is layered and will definitely connect with the masses. Working with Meghna Gulzar’s vision, Junglee Pictures and an actor like Kareena Kapoor will be a great collaborative experience. Daayra is story that is one of a kind and digs deep into the societal norms, world of crime and punishment that unfolds.”
Kareena Kapoor was last seen in Hansal Mehta’s mystery-thriller The Buckingham Murders. Meanwhile, Meghna Gulzar, known for films like Talvar, and Raazi, last directed the Vicky Kaushal starrer Sam Bahadur.
Prithviraj Sukumaran has Vilayath Buddha, Nobody, Salaar Part II, and SSMB29 in the pipeline.
