# Daayra film promotion in India

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/daayra-film-promotion-in-india
> Updated: 2026-08-04T11:53:05.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, the first‑look poster for the Hindi crime thriller Daayra was released, showing Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran at a cordoned crime scene and highlighting the film’s dual‑investigation premise. The poster announced a September 18 theatrical debut.

A week later, the promotion focused on Kareena’s role, confirming she will portray a female Deputy Commissioner of Police. The announcement also referenced her previous intense performances, underscoring the film’s emphasis on investigation, morality and truth.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-04: Kareena Kapoor Khan to star as female DCP in Meghna Gulzar's film Daayra

Kareena Kapoor Khan will play a female DCP in Meghna Gulzar's film Daayra, releasing 18 Sept 2026, after notable intense roles in Laal Singh Chaddha, Udta Punjab, Talaash and Chameli.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kareena-kapoor-khan-to-star-as-female-dcp-in-meghna-gulzars-film-daayra

### 2026-07-29: Kareena Kapoor Khan’s crime thriller “Daayra” unveils first look ahead of September 18 debut

Meghna Gulzar’s crime thriller Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, released its first‑look poster and is set for a 18 Sept 2026 release.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kareena-kapoor-khans-crime-thriller-daayra-unveils-first-look-ahead-of-september-18-debut

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