Ajay Devgn's highly anticipated film, "Raid 2," has delivered a spectacular box office performance in its opening week, grossing ₹129.66 crore worldwide. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film was released in theaters on May 1, 2025.
Raid 2 Worldwide Collection: "Raid 2" proved to be one of the most anticipated films of the year. This sequel to the 2018 superhit "Raid" generated impressive earnings from its first day itself. The powerful performances of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Vaani Kapoor, coupled with Raj Kumar Gupta's direction, have created a sensation at the box office, with greater success overseas than in India.
Released on May 1st, the film delivered a highly impressive worldwide performance in just eight days, surpassing the ₹129.66 crore mark. In India, the film is nearing the century mark, clearly indicating its immense popularity with audiences.
The Film's Story and Cast
In "Raid 2," Ajay Devgn once again portrays the honest income tax officer, Amay Patnaik, who continues his fight against corruption. This time, he clashes with the corrupt politician Manohar Dhanakhad, alias Dada Manohar Bhai, played by Riteish Deshmukh. Vaani Kapoor plays Amay's wife, Malini, whose role brings a crucial turning point to the narrative.
Box Office Performance
The film earned ₹19.25 crore on its opening day, marking the third-highest opening of the year. Within the first weekend, it crossed the ₹100 crore mark. The gross collection in India has exceeded ₹115 crore, while the net collection is over ₹96 crore. The overseas market contributed ₹17 crore, bringing the total worldwide collection to ₹129.66 crore.
Success Despite India-Pakistan Tensions
Despite rising tensions between India and Pakistan at the time of its release, "Raid 2" successfully drew audiences to theaters. Experts believe the film's b storyline, powerful acting, and socially relevant plot have contributed to its popularity. The film's music has also been well-received by audiences.
Music composers Yo Yo Honey Singh, Amit Trivedi, Rochak Kohli, and Sachet-Parampara have collaborated on the film's soundtrack. Songs like "Nasha" and "Kamle" have already become hits. Furthermore, special appearances by Tamannaah Bhatia and Jacqueline Fernandez in dedicated songs have also resonated with viewers.
