‘Raid 2’ Review
Cast- Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Supriya Pathak, Amit Sial
Director- Raj Kumar Gupta
Duration- 2 hours 30 minutes
Ratings- 4 stars
The film hits theatres with a refreshing break from the usual love-and-romance formula in many Bollywood films. Ajay Devgn returns as the upright and fearless Income Tax officer Amay Patnaik again taking on corruption and power-hungry politicians. This time, his opponent is the cunning and powerful Dadabhai, played brilliantly by Riteish Deshmukh. Scroll to read ‘Raid 2’ Review
Storyline
Following the success of the original ‘Raid’, the sequel keeps its core theme intact—a high-stakes tax raid on a corrupt politician’s empire. The story builds tension effectively, with several jaw-dropping moments as the search for hidden wealth unfolds.
Performances
Ajay Devgn carries the film with a grounded performance that blends intensity with occasional light-heartedness.
Riteish Deshmukh delivers a standout performance in a negative role, much like his previous portrayal in ‘Ek Villain’. His screen presence is strong, and he proves that he excels as a villain.
However, Vaani Kapoor’s role as Patnaik’s wife feels underutilised. While she appears in a few emotional and musical moments, her character lacks depth. It would have been more compelling to see her as a more active and supportive partner in the narrative.
One-time watch?
What sets Raid 2 apart is its attempt to mix seriousness with moments of humor, making the film more accessible to a wider audience. Though it may not be groundbreaking, it’s a well-paced thriller with strong performances and a few unexpected twists.
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