RaidWhen Mahabharat Meets Modern India: Raid 2 Turns Income Tax Into a Battle of Dharma and Power

 

The much-awaited trailer of Raid 2 is finally here, setting the stage for a fiery showdown between Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film revisits the gripping world of income tax raids, political power, and moral conflict.

 

Ajay Devgn Returns as Fearless IRS Officer

 

Ajay Devgn returns as IRS officer Amay Patnaik, known for his fearless stand against the corrupt. This time, his 75th raid targets Dadabhai, a ruthless and manipulative politician played by Riteish Deshmukh. The trailer hints at a sharp war of principles, where both men use strategy, strength, and sharp words to gain the upper hand.

 

Riteish Deshmukh's Terrifying Transformation

 

Riteish comes into an engaging, serious and intense villain role in front of eyes-a a highly attractive but dangerous political figure. His character is tricky and slick, and won't stop at anything to keep the secrets safe. Ajay responds with equivalent force with his most powerful dialogue: "Main poori Mahabharat la raha hoon" to showcase the scale and ambition of that operation.

 

Tension-Filled Visuals and Supporting Cast

 

The visuals create a sense of tension with scenes of covert investigations, emotional family portrayals, and great political confrontations. Amay's wife, played by Vaani Kapoor, brings in the much-needed emotional heft into an already dramatic narrative. Rajat Kapoor, Supriya Pathak, and Saurabh Shukla bring in weightage with impactful roles while the film retains its thread to real-life events from income tax records.

 

Saurabh Shukla Reprises His Role as Tauji

 

Tauji, once again played by Saurabh Shukla, had his earlier clash with Amay, which had won the first Raid, a wave of applause. The trailer beckons back to the original film while expanding its scale, drama, and the way of storytelling.

 

Director Raj Kumar Gupta’s Signature Style

 

Director Raj Kumar Gupta, known for his tight storytelling and real-world narratives, brings his signature style once again. The trailer mixes action with sharp dialogues and strategic buildup, giving a preview of an intense thriller grounded in real events.

 

Produced and Released

 

T-Series and Panorama Studio's Raid 2 is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak, and Krishan Kumar and hits the theaters on May 1, 2025.

 

Carrying Forward the Legacy of Raid

 

This then continues the legacy of the 2018 hit and promises to bring even more action and suspense. It portrays the everlasting battle of truth vs. power - and the men who represent either side.