‘Raid 2’ Trailer Teases a High-Stakes Showdown Featuring Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh

Synopsis

The trailer for 'Raid 2', featuring Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, has been released, promising a thrilling sequel to the original film. Set against a backdrop of corruption and power struggles, the film showcases intense confrontations and high-stakes drama, leading to an epic showdown between a determined tax officer and a ruthless politician.

Key Takeaways

Ajay Devgn returns as Amay Patnaik.
Features Riteish Deshmukh as the antagonist.
Focuses on themes of corruption and power.
Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta.
Set for release on May 1, 2025.

Mumbai, April 8 (NationPress) The much-anticipated trailer for the upcoming film ‘Raid 2’, starring Ajay Devgn, was released on Tuesday and it promises an exhilarating experience. This sequel to the 2018 movie ‘Raid’ elevates the excitement as it delves into the realm of corruption, power, and edge-of-your-seat drama.

Bollywood icon Ajay Devgn returns to portray the formidable Income Tax officer Amay Patnaik. This time, he faces off against his most formidable foe, Dadabhai, played by Riteish Deshmukh.

The trailer hints at a captivating storyline between the two actors, filled with suspense and anticipation, leaving viewers eager for more. It showcases Ajay Devgn’s trademark intensity that is both commanding and compelling, alongside Riteish Deshmukh’s impressive transformation into a powerful politician. Riteish portrays a ruthless antagonist, exuding both charm and cruelty, making him the ideal adversary to Devgn’s steadfast law enforcer.

In this installment, Ajay’s character is set to conduct his 75th raid on the antagonist’s properties, paving the way for a dramatic showdown and a clash of egos.

Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film outlines the battle lines and heightens the stakes. Like its predecessor, the sequel is inspired by real-life income-tax raids executed by the Income Tax Department in collaboration with intelligence agencies to combat white-collar crimes. The film was initially announced in April 2020, with shooting taking place across Mumbai, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi in the first half of 2024.

‘Raid 2’ is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak, and Krishan Kumar. It is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series, and is a production of Panorama Studios. The film is slated for a theatrical release on May 1, 2025.