Daayra Box Office Collection Day 1: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran's Film Gets Disappointing Opening At ₹90 Lakh
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s crime thriller Daayra opened in theatres on Friday, September 18. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film received mixed reviews, with some viewers calling it “hard-hitting and emotionally gripping,” while others criticised its pacing and felt that the narrative was stretched. The film also faced competition at the box office from Vibe, which was…
Daayra, Meghna Gulzar's film starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, premiered in theaters on September 18. The movie opens with the brutal rape and murder of a young woman, followed by a police encounter where four accused are killed. DCP Ajooni Kohli (Kareena) is tasked with investigating the encounter, exploring themes of justice, accountability, and morality.
After its release, viewers on X shared a range of reactions to Daayra. Some praised Meghna Gulzar's direction, the performances by Kapoor Khan and Sukumaran, and the film's realistic handling of its sensitive topic. One viewer called Daayra "hard-hitting and emotionally gripping," while another appreciated its screenplay and editing.
However, not all opinions were positive. Some found the film "dragged," feeling that its slow pace and extended treatment weakened the impact of its thought-provoking subject. Overall, reactions to Daayra are mixed, with praise for its performances, direction, and premise balanced by criticism of its pacing and climax.
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