Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran Star in First Poster for Meghna Gulzar's Daayra

The first official poster for director Meghna Gulzar's upcoming film, Daayra, has been unveiled, offering a glimpse into the highly anticipated crime drama. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, the film is scheduled to release in theatres on September 18, 2026.

The newly released poster features Kareena and Prithviraj in intense roles, establishing a serious tone for the investigative narrative. Kareena shared the poster on social media with the film's tagline: "Two faces. Two sides. One truth. #Daayra arrives in cinemas on 18th September." The visual presentation suggests a story centered on mystery, investigation, and moral conflict, where two individuals approach the same case from contrasting viewpoints.

A First-Time Collaboration

Daayra marks the first on-screen collaboration between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. In the film, both actors portray police officers who find themselves navigating a complex investigation that challenges traditional perceptions of crime, justice, and punishment.

The project is directed by Meghna Gulzar, whose previous directorial work includes acclaimed titles such as Raazi, Talvar, and Chhapaak. The upcoming film is expected to combine emotional depth with an investigative procedural style, a genre the filmmaker has previously explored.

Behind-the-Scenes Glimpses and Release Details

The announcement of the film's release date was initially made last month through a behind-the-scenes video shared from the sets. The footage provided a look at the filmmaking process, featuring candid moments with the cast and crew while establishing the film's gritty atmosphere.

Sharing the video on social media, Meghna Gulzar wrote, "Towards our finish line. #Daayra in Cinemas on 18th September 2026..." The promotional clip also featured the tagline, "Some lines are drawn. Some are crossed. A choice awaits," indicating that the narrative will examine the boundaries between justice and vengeance.

For Kareena, this project follows her recent appearance in Rohit Shetty's Singham Again, continuing her recent focus on character-driven narratives. Prithviraj joins the project alongside his ongoing work across Malayalam, Hindi, and pan-Indian cinema.