Kareena and Prithviraj’s 'Daayra' hits Netflix—and fans are calling it an 'absolute masterpiece'

Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has finally made its OTT debut on Netflix, giving audiences another chance to experience the much-talked-about film. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, the film is produced by Pen Studios and Junglee Pictures. Known for her compelling storytelling and hard-hitting narratives, Meghna brings together two powerhouse performers for this cinematic outing. Soon after its arrival on the streaming platform, Daayra caught the attention of movie buffs, with several viewers taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions. While many praised the film, some hailed it as 'absolute brilliance'.

Soon after Daayra premiered on Netflix, viewers took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions to the crime thriller. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar and produced by Pen Studios and Junglee Pictures, the film has received appreciation for its gripping storytelling and lead performances.

One viewer was particularly impressed with the film, writing, "Daayra is absolute brilliance. Prithviraj Sukumaran is absolute colossal as DCP Raman. Kareena Kapoor nails her part." The user further praised Meghna's filmmaking approach, adding, "Instead of putting any judgement, Meghna Gulzar follows her Daayra as filmmaker with balance climax." The viewer also compared the film's impact to Meghna's Talvar, calling the latter an "absolute masterpiece".

Kareena Kapoor's performance has also caught the attention of viewers. One fan praised her portrayal of Ajooni, writing, "Kareena was amazing as Ajooni." Another viewer appreciated the performances of both lead actors, commenting, "Neat Performance Prithviraj & BeBo." Several other viewers have also expressed their appreciation for the film. While one simply called it a "Great film", another described it as "Engaging Stuff", accompanied by fire and explosion emojis.

Daayra, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, is a crime thriller starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Produced by Pen Studios and Junglee Pictures, the film revolves around a brutal rape and murder case that triggers a controversial police encounter, leaving four suspects dead.

While DCP Raman Kumar (Prithviraj) is celebrated as a hero for delivering instant justice, DCP Ajooni Kohli (Kareena), an Internal Vigilance Officer, begins investigating whether the encounter was justified or staged. Exploring the conflict between public sentiment, extrajudicial killings and the rule of law, the film arrived on Netflix on November 13, 2026, following its theatrical release on September 18.