Daayra Twitter review: 6 tweets you must read before watching Prithviraj Sukumar, Kareena Kapoor's cop thriller

The wait is over. Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan's much-awaited film Daayra has finally hit the theatres today, September 18. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film features both actors as senior police officers who find themselves on opposing sides while investigating a case linked to juvenile crime. After the first-day-first-show screenings, viewers have taken to social media to share their reactions, and the early verdict on the cop thriller is now out.

The film has generated strong interest because of its subject and the reunion of two acclaimed actors with Gulzar. Daayra explores questions around justice, punishment, police action and the way society responds to a horrific crime. While several viewers have praised the performances and direction, some social media users have also raised questions about the film's execution.

Netizens review Daayra

One X user gave Daayra a 4.5/5 rating and described the film as “impactful,” “raw” and “powerful”. The viewer praised the performances of Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran and said the film's mature storytelling made it a must-watch for audiences looking for content-driven cinema.





Another viewer focused on the two lead performances. According to the X reaction, Prithviraj was “excellent” as the cop, while Kareena was also praised for her performance. The user called the film a smart and thought-provoking watch.


Prithviraj plays DCP Raman Kumar, while Kareena plays DCP Ajooni Kohli. The two characters represent different approaches to justice, making their conflict one of the central elements of the story.

Viewers react to Meghna Gulzar's direction

Meghna Gulzar's direction has also received appreciation from viewers. One social media user praised the film's screenplay and editing, calling them major strengths alongside the direction. The viewer described Daayra as another strong film from Gulzar and praised the way she has continued to develop as a filmmaker.



The film's procedural elements have also received attention from critics. However, the reactions are not entirely positive. One X user felt the film tries to address the debate around instant justice and delayed prosecution but does not go deep enough into the subject. The viewer also compared its approach with films such as Virumaandi and Jolly LLB 2, arguing that the film stops short of fully exploring the questions it raises.

What is Daayra about?

According to the makers, Daayra is inspired by true events. The story begins in the aftermath of a crime that triggers widespread public outrage and sets two investigations in motion. Prithviraj's DCP Raman Kumar and Kareena's DCP Ajooni Kohli approach the case differently. As the investigation develops, their contrasting views on duty, law and justice bring them into conflict.

Speaking about the film, Prithviraj said he was attracted to Raman because of the complexity beneath the character's calm exterior. He also said the film continues to maintain an objective approach, allowing viewers to form their own opinions about the events and characters.




The actor has also praised his experience of working with Meghna Gulzar and Kareena Kapoor Khan. For him, the film presented an opportunity to explore a character who is not simply defined by his position as a police officer but is also forced to question his own understanding of justice.

The supporting cast includes Kshitee Jog, Kanwaljit Singh, Biswapati Sarkar, Jitendra Joshi, Achint Kaur, Seema Azmi, Trupti Khamkar and Anuja Sathe.

With Daayra now in theatres, the first social media reactions suggest that the film has sparked discussion around its central themes. While several viewers have praised the performances and Meghna Gulzar's direction, others have questioned whether the film goes far enough with the difficult questions it raises.