Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan, celebrating 25 years in the Hindi film industry, has commenced shooting for her 68th movie, titled Daayra, under the direction of Meghna Gulzar and alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Kareena took to Instagram to share a video from the script reading of the much-anticipated film. The clip included some photoshoots featuring the two actors. She expressed her excitement with the caption: “Day 1 68th film Daayra with the most amazing @meghnagulzar and @therealprithvi … Send love and blessings.”
Daayra explores the complexities of contemporary society, addressing urgent and unsettling truths that resonate deeply. This gripping crime-drama thriller unfolds the timeless conflict between crime, punishment, and justice, with Kareena and Prithviraj delivering raw intensity and gravitas in their powerful roles.
Earlier this year, Kareena spoke about her enthusiasm for the film, stating, “As I celebrate 25 incredible years in Hindi cinema, I’m thrilled to announce my next film, Daayra, with the incredible Meghna Gulzar in the director’s chair. I’ve long admired her work, from Talvar to Raazi, and to be directed by her is a dream come true.”
She highlighted the opportunity to collaborate with Prithviraj as a key attraction. “I’m drawn to the film’s bold, thought-provoking narrative. Daayra promises to be a cinematic experience that challenges and inspires, and I look forward to working with Meghna, Prithviraj, and the team at Junglee Pictures on this powerful, timely film.”
Following the success of Sam Bahadur, Meghna’s upcoming directorial venture promises a compelling narrative brought to life by a powerhouse creative team.
Kareena made her debut in 2000 with the romantic drama directed by J. P. Dutta, which marked the first appearance of both leading actors, Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan, along with Jackie Shroff, Sunil Shetty, and Anupam Kher. The film tells the story of an unnamed Indian Muslim who aids illegal refugees from India and Pakistan in crossing the border through the Great Rann of Kutch, inspired by the short story “Love Across the Salt Desert” by Keki N. Daruwalla.