Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh Steal the Show: Our Raid 2 Review!

Raid 2, the follow-up to the popular 2018 movie Raid, stars Ajay Devgn as the uncorruptible IRS inspector Amay Patnaik. The film, which was directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and came out on May 1, 2025, follows Patnaik as he takes on another case of white-collar crime, this time against Dada Manohar Bhai, a well-known and influential politician who is portrayed by Riteish Deshmukh. Even while the sequel aims to expand on the original's idea, its predictable plot and erratic pacing only make it half-interesting.

The Storyline Takes a Known Route:

Raid 2 is set seven years after the events of Raid and centers on Amay Patnaik's 75th raid, this time in Bhoj, Rajasthan, where he targets Dada Manohar Bhai, who is thought to be untouchable. Even though Dada Bhai has a solid reputation and a lot of power, Patnaik believes he has illicit assets. Patnaik is suspended after the first raid fails to provide any results. After that, the movie chronicles Patnaik's unwavering attempts, despite obstacles, to find the truth and hold Dada Bhai accountable.

 

Performances: Shine by Riteish Deshmukh and Intensity by Ajay Devgn:

Once more, Ajay Devgn portrays the steadfast Amay Patnaik in a nuanced yet powerful performance. He does a good job of embodying the character's honesty and resolve. He doesn't get much new character development in the movie, either.

Riteish Deshmukh, who plays the antagonist Dada Manohar Bhai, gives the most impressive performance. His portrayal of a seemingly modest yet powerful and unscrupulous politician is intriguing, and he excels in a role that lets him explore a darker side.

Ileana D'Cruz plays Amay Patnaik's wife, Malini, but Vaani Kapoor takes her place. Although she and Ajay Devgn have a strong on-screen chemistry, her part doesn't significantly deepen the primary plot.

 

Technical Aspects and Direction:

The first film's genuine and gritty tone is something that director Raj Kumar Gupta tries to preserve. But in the first half, the screenplay seems strained and cliched. With more exciting aspects and an improved background score by Amit Trivedi, the second half gains up speed. Although Sudhir K. Chaudhary's cinematography is respectable, the editing could have been more precise to keep the movie moving at a steady tempo.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

- Riteish Deshmukh's Performance: One of the film's highlights is his portrayal of the adversary.
- Interesting Second Half: There are more surprises and intrigue in the second half of the movie.
- Ajay Devgn's Relentless Performance: He does a good job as the resolute lead.
- Connected Plot: The plot of the sequel seems like a logical progression for viewers who have already seen Raid.

Cons:

- Predictable Plot: Particularly in the first half, the plot feels recognizable and has few noteworthy turns.
- Slow Paced First Half: The first half of the movie puts viewers to the test.
- Superfluous Songs: The crime thriller's pace is broken by the insertion of several songs.
- Weak Climax: The conclusion may not have the impact that was anticipated.
- Lack of Depth: Both the first half's narration and the characters' general growth should have been improved.

Raid 2 is a decent criminal thriller, mostly because to Ajay Devgn's performances and Riteish Deshmukh's standout performance. The first half's slowness and predictable plot are major flaws, but the second half's exciting features successfully hold the audience's attention. Although genre fans may find it entertaining, it falls short of its predecessor.

Rating: 3 / 5

 

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