Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra hit theatres today, bringing Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran together on screen for the very first time.

The film investigates a rape case and the alleged encounter killing of four accused men, exploring the moral complexity of justice delivered outside the courtroom.

Reviewers have praised Kareena Kapoor Khan’s performance as police officer Ajooni for its understated authority, distinct from the genre’s usual aggressive cop portrayals.

Clocking in at 143 minutes, the film has received strong reviews, with ratings ranging from 3.5 to 4 stars.

Critic Ramesh Bala described the film as a ‘gripping investigative thriller backed by a solid police procedural,’ praising both lead performances.

The film runs 143 minutes and maintains tension through a police-procedural structure rather than dramatic excess.

Reviewers have rated the film between 3.5 and 4 stars, with critic Ramesh Bala calling it a ‘gripping investigative thriller backed by a solid police procedural.’

The film does not shy away from the harsh realities surrounding its central crime, examining the question of justice from multiple perspectives.

Both lead actors have been praised for holding the film together through restraint, with the story avoiding easy answers about who is right in a cop-versus-cop conflict.

Meghna Gulzar’s earlier film Raazi, also a tense thriller, was a major commercial and critical success and is often cited as a reference point for her directorial style.

The film’s climax has drawn mixed reactions from some critics even as the overall reception remained largely positive.

Daayra released in cinemas nationwide today alongside the regular Friday slate of new film releases in India.

Daayra is directed by Meghna Gulzar, known for previous films including Talvar, Raazi and Sam Bahadur.

The film marks the first time Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran have starred together on screen.

The story follows investigations into a rape case and the alleged encounter killing of four accused men, examining questions of justice and morality.

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Salman Khan celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with family and friends at brother Sohail Khan’s residence.

The actor’s appearance, in a blue striped shirt, light blue jeans and a white scarf over his head, drew significant fan attention.

Karan Johar, Maheep Kapoor, Iulia Vantur, Genelia Deshmukh and Seema Sajdeh were among the guests at the celebration.

Pooja Hegde, Neha Dhupia with Angad Bedi, and influencer Orry were also among those spotted at the gathering.

Salman later made an appearance at the Ambani family’s Ganpati celebrations at Antilia in Mumbai.

After the celebrations at his brother’s residence, Salman Khan reportedly made an appearance at the Ambani family’s Ganpati festivities at Antilia in Mumbai.

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mumbai typically draw large gatherings at both private residences and public pandals across the city.

Bollywood celebrities visiting each other’s Ganpati celebrations during the festival has become an annual tradition, often generating significant media and fan attention.

The festival, which honours the elephant-headed deity Ganesha, is one of the most widely celebrated events in Maharashtra and across much of India.

Photos and videos from celebrity Ganpati visits are typically shared widely on social media by both fans and professional photographers present at the events.

The Ganesh Chaturthi festival period culminates in visarjan, the ceremonial immersion of Ganesha idols, usually observed with processions in cities across India.

Salman sported a blue striped shirt with light blue jeans and a white scarf worn over his head, which drew attention from fans and photographers at the event.

The head covering was seen by some as a way of concealing his look ahead of an upcoming film project.

Karan Johar, Maheep Kapoor, Iulia Vantur, Genelia Deshmukh and Seema Sajdeh were among the other attendees at Sohail Khan’s Ganpati celebrations.

Pooja Hegde, Neha Dhupia and her husband Angad Bedi, and social media influencer Orry were also spotted at the gathering.

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Chumbak, a new family comedy led by Neena Gupta, premieres on Netflix today, September 10.

The series is created by Aatish Kapadia and JD Majethia, known for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi, and also stars Sumeet Vyas, Deven Bhojani and Arjun Bijlani.

Gupta and Bhojani play Rajni and Kuku Merchant, a couple whose bickering masks a deep, lasting bond, while Vyas plays Aditya Khanna.

The show follows a multi-generational ensemble of neighbours through the chaos and warmth of everyday Indian community life.

Chumbak’s premiere adds to a busy week of Indian OTT releases, with The Revolutionaries and Ghamasaan also arriving on rival platforms.

The show’s creators, Aatish Kapadia and JD Majethia, have a long history of producing multi-generational family sitcoms for Indian television and streaming audiences.

Chumbak’s trailer has drawn attention for its ensemble comic chemistry, positioning the show as a spiritual successor to its creators’ earlier sitcom hits.

Netflix has increasingly invested in India-originated family comedy series as part of its regional content strategy, alongside dramas and crime thrillers.

The series joins a crowded September slate of Indian OTT releases, with period drama The Revolutionaries and dacoit thriller Ghamasaan also premiering on rival platforms this week.

Neena Gupta has had a prolific run across film and streaming in recent years, appearing in a wide range of comedic and dramatic roles.

Chumbak comes from the creators of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi, two of Indian television’s best-known sitcom franchises, known for their ensemble comic timing.

Sumeet Vyas plays Aditya Khanna in the series, while Neena Gupta and Deven Bhojani play Rajni and Kuku Merchant, a couple whose constant bickering masks a deep bond.

The show is set in an Indian neighbourhood and follows the everyday chaos, quirks and warmth of its residents across multiple generations.

Arjun Bijlani also features in a lead role in the series, rounding out an ensemble cast built around family and neighbourhood comedy.

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