Speaking about Daayra during a press conference, Times Group MD Vineet Jain highlighted the larger impact that cinema can have on audiences. He said, “Stories, especially cinema, are a very powerful medium to reach millions of people and influence the way they think.” He further explained, “For us, generally, movies are not just entertainment, but it's a strong cultural medium.” Jain also revealed what immediately connected him to Daayra when he first heard the script. “When I first heard the script of Daayra, I found it flawless,” he said, praising the film for being rooted in reality. He believes Daayra has the potential to make audiences think long after they leave the theatre. Talking about the film’s impact, he said, “It's rooted in reality, and she makes powerful cinema. And it raises a lot of disturbing questions, will provoke thoughts.” He added, “I'm sure a lot of people, when they leave the cinema hall, these disturbing thoughts will stay with you.” According to Jain, the questions raised by the film could lead audiences to engage in conversations and debates even after the screening. Elaborating on what motivated him to make the film, Jain said, “You will answer those conversations and have debates and dialogue. And this is one of the reasons I made the movie." National Award winning filmmaker Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra is a crime thriller that explores the complicated space between constitutional law and instant justice. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan as DCP Ajooni Kohli and Prithviraj Sukumaran as DCP Raman Kumar, the film follows the aftermath of a controversial police encounter involving four men accused of a brutal crime. While Raman believes in delivering immediate justice outside conventional legal boundaries, Ajooni approaches the case strictly through the law. Their contrasting ideologies form the core of the narrative, raising questions about whether justice can ever be separated from procedure. Inspired by elements from multiple real-life cases, Daayra deliberately explores the grey areas surrounding police encounters, public sentiment and the justice system. The film ultimately leaves audiences with uncomfortable questions rather than easy answers. Senior Copy Editor at Times Now, previously associated with OTTplay and Pinkvilla. Experienced in shaping compelling stories, refining content, and de... View More