New Delhi, April 14, 2025 – Acclaimed filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, known for her powerful storytelling in films like Talvar and Raazi, is set to direct her next project titled Daira, a crime-drama thriller featuring actress Kareena Kapoor Khan and actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles. The film will be produced under the Junglee Pictures banner, marking the third collaboration between Meghna and the production house after their successful ventures in the past.
According to the agency report, Kareena Kapoor, who is celebrating 25 years in the Hindi film industry, expressed her excitement about the project, calling it a dream come true to work with Meghna Gulzar. She also highlighted the significance of collaborating with Prithviraj Sukumaran, praising the film’s thought-provoking and bold narrative.
The script of Daira has been penned by writers Yash Keswani and Seema Agarwal. Prithviraj Sukumaran shared that he felt an immediate connection with the script upon hearing it and was convinced that this was a project he had to be a part of.
Meghna Gulzar remarked that developing the story with co-writers Seema and Yash, especially exploring the shades of grey between black and white, was both a challenge and a creative thrill. She also noted that working with Junglee Pictures continues to be a deeply fulfilling artistic collaboration.
Amrita Pandey, CEO of Junglee Pictures, lauded Meghna’s sensitivity and storytelling balance, saying that the screenplay delves into the complexities of contemporary issues with remarkable depth and nuance.
The film is currently in the pre-production stage and is expected to commence shooting later this year.
