Prithviraj Sukumaran joins Kareena Kapoor in Meghna Gulzar’s upcoming film: Report | Hindi Movie News

According to recent reports, Meghna Gulzar’s film, starring Kareena Kapoor has a new entrant. It is being said that Prithviraj Sukumaran has been roped in for a significant role after Ayushmann Khurrana‘s exit. This change comes as Khurrana was unable to commit due to scheduling conflicts. The upcoming project, tentatively titled ‘Daayra‘, is based on a true and unsettling incident, adding a layer of depth to the narrative.
Just a few months ago, it was revealed that Ayushmann Khurrana had stepped away from Meghna Gulza’s film. His departure was attributed to a packed schedule in the latter half of 2024, which includes a music tour and multiple film commitments.
According to the India Today report, “Ayushmann’s music tour is already announced, and it includes multiple performances across major US cities. Plus, besides ‘Border 2’, he has committed to two movies, one with Karan Johar and Guneet Monga Kapoor, and another with Maddock Films”
Following Khurrana’s exit, Prithviraj Sukumaran was approached for the role. Reports indicate that he resonated well with the script and the film’s underlying message. An insider shared, “After Ayushmann Khurrana and Sidharth Malhotra exited ‘Daayra’ due to scheduling conflicts, Prithviraj was approached. He connected with the script and the film’s message.” His portrayal will be that of a police officer, which is expected to be crucial in driving the film’s narrative forward.
The report sheds light on Sukumaran’s role, stating, “His role is essential in driving the narrative, while Kareena’s character will show her in a new light, exuding strength, vulnerability, and intuition.” This marks an exciting collaboration as it will be Sukumaran’s first time working with both Gulzar and Kapoor.
Prithviraj Sukumaran was last seen in ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, where he played an antagonist alongside Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Meanwhile, Kareena Kapoor is currently enjoying success with her latest release ‘Singham Again‘, directed by Rohit Shetty.