Ajay Devgn is all set to return as the fearless Income Tax officer in the much-awaited sequel, Raid 2. After the huge success of Raid in 2018, fans have been eagerly waiting for the next chapter. Now, after seven long years, Raid 2 is ready to hit the big screens.
In the original film, Devgn played the role of Amay Patnaik, an honest officer who takes on powerful figures involved in corruption. In Raid 2, the story will continue with the same character, where once again, a high-profile politician becomes the target of Amay’s investigation.
Star-Studded Cast in Raid 2
Raid 2 will feature several other talented actors alongside Ajay Devgn. Riteish Deshmukh, Rajat Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, and Vaani Kapoor will play key roles. Riteish Deshmukh is set to portray a corrupt politician, adding even more drama and tension to the plot.
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The film is scheduled to release in theaters on May 1, 2025. Excitingly, the advance booking for the film started on April 27, 2025, giving fans a head start to secure their seats.
Advance Booking Response
The advance booking for Raid 2 has already created a lot of buzz. By noon on April 27, around 6,000 tickets had been sold across online platforms like BookMyShow. So far, the film has collected ₹58 lakh through advance bookings, even before its release.
Additionally, Raid 2 has received an impressive 185.7K public interest rating on BookMyShow, indicating a strong excitement among moviegoers.
Expectations from Raid 2
Ajay Devgn’s last film, Shaitaan, released on March 8, 2024, was a massive success. It collected ₹211 crore worldwide, thanks to its gripping story and star-studded cast including R. Madhavan. After the grand success of Shaitaan, expectations are naturally very high for Raid 2.
Industry experts believe that based on early trends, Raid 2’s advance booking collection could reach up to ₹2 crore before release.
The movie is set to release on about 3,700 cinema screens across India, making it a wide release. With a production budget of approximately ₹48 crore, it is expected that Raid 2 could recover its entire cost within the first week, given the current hype and excitement.
Final Thoughts
With a gripping storyline, a powerful cast, and high audience anticipation, Raid 2 is gearing up to be one of the biggest hits of 2025. Fans are eager to see Ajay Devgn back in action as the fearless Amay Patnaik, once again fighting against corruption.
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