The film will release in theatres on May 1
New Delhi – Get ready for another gripping tale of justice and power as Ajay Devgn returns as IRS officer Amay Patnaik in the much-awaited sequel, Raid 2. The trailer, which dropped today, has already set the tone for an intense clash between truth and political might. Directed with the same punchy tone that made the original a hit, Raid 2 is officially set to release in theatres on May 1, 2025.
Trailer Overview: Mahabharat of Power and Morality
The trailer opens on a dramatic note with Amay Patnaik knocking—rather, banging—on the door of a corrupt and influential politician, played by Riteish Deshmukh. His character, Dadabhai, is no pushover and seems determined to protect his empire of secrets. This marks Ajay Devgn’s 75th raid in the storyline, setting the stage for a high-voltage confrontation.
In one of the trailer’s most talked-about dialogues, Riteish Deshmukh’s Dadabhai asks, “Pandava kab se Chakravyuh rachne lage?” To which Ajay Devgn’s character replies, “Kaun kaha mein Pandava hoon, mein toh pura Mahabharat hoon.” It’s a line that echoes with power, suggesting a deeper war beyond just black money.
Nostalgia Meets New Drama
While Raid 2 introduces fresh faces like Vaani Kapoor (playing Amay’s wife), it also brings a wave of nostalgia. Saurabh Shukla, who played the villain in the 2018 film, makes a few impactful cameo appearances in the trailer—reminding fans of the roots of Amay Patnaik’s fierce dedication to truth.
Ajay Devgn also shared the trailer on social media with the caption:
“Ek taraf satta, dusri taraf sach – Yeh RAID ab aur badi ho chuki hai.”
This clearly hints that the stakes in Raid 2 are much higher.
Mark Your Calendars: May 1, 2025
Raid 2 is scheduled to hit the big screens on May 1, 2025, a date fans should definitely mark on their calendars. Given the massive success of the original Raid (which was inspired by a real-life income tax operation from the 1980s), expectations are sky-high for this follow-up.
With a stellar cast, punchy dialogues, and a battle that dives deeper into India’s political underbelly, Raid2 promises to be a must-watch thriller this summer.
