Director – Raj Kumar Gupta
Writer -  Ritesh Shah, Raj Kumar Gupta, Jaideep Yadav, Karan Vyas
Cast - Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, Rajat Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Supriya Pathak, Amit Sial 
Duration – 138 Minutes 
 
Raid 2 isn’t just a sequel — it’s a full-blown cinematic audit of power, corruption, and cold-blooded confrontation. Directed by Rajkumar Gupta, this high-stakes thriller builds on the quiet intensity of the first film but adds a whole new layer of mind games, silence-as-weapon tension, and one seriously chilling villain. The story brings back Ajay Devgn as IRS officer Amay Patnaik, who is calm, composed, and sharper than a chartered accountant in a room full of crooked billionaires. He doesn’t shout, he doesn’t punch — he just looks, listens, and lets his silence do all the intimidating. And believe it or not, that’s scarier than any interrogation light.
 
But the real curveball here is Riteish Deshmukh. Known for his comic timing and lighter roles, he flips the script with a performance so menacing, it might just give you goosebumps. He’s not your typical Bollywood villain who enters with thunder and bodyguards — this guy is cold, calculating, and dangerously restrained. His eyes do the talking, his silence does the threatening, and his presence alone elevates every scene he’s in. Watching him and Ajay square off is like watching a chess match where every move is loaded with subtext and quiet fury.
 
The film’s first half is a slow burn — it lays the groundwork, introduces a few red herrings, and throws in a song (featuring Vaani Kapoor) that honestly feels like a snack break. But it’s the second half where Raid 2 really finds its footing. The tension is thick, the plot races forward, and the confrontational scenes — particularly between Ajay and Riteish — are pure gold. Add to that the entry of Amit Sial in the latter part, who brings in a steady, grounded presence, and you’ve got a trio of performances holding up a gripping narrative.
 
Rajkumar Gupta directs the drama with finesse, giving room for characters to breathe — or glare — and the film’s background score smartly accentuates the pressure. The dialogues are sharp, punchy, and made for applause, especially in the face-off scenes that form the heart of the film. Cinematography is clean and deliberate, often lingering on expressions just long enough to make you uncomfortable — in a good way.
 
Now, does the film have flaws? Yes. The first half could’ve used tighter writing, and Saurabh Shukla — a scene-stealer from the first Raid — is surprisingly underutilized. The songs feel like unnecessary detours, especially in a film that otherwise thrives on momentum and mood. But these bumps don’t derail the ride.
 
In the end, Raid 2 delivers what it promises — a tense, gripping, and sharply acted thriller that makes you sit up and watch. It's not a loud film. It’s not flashy. It’s precise, slow-burning, and calculated — just like a good audit. If you're into thrillers that are more stare-downs than shootouts, this one’s a win. Watch it for Ajay’s stoic storm, Riteish’s quietly terrifying turn, and the feeling that even silence, when used right, can be louder than any explosion.