Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has once again proven his box office mettle with the much-anticipated release of Raid 2. The film, which hit theatres on Friday, opened to a strong response, collecting an impressive ₹14.75 crore on its first day, according to early estimates. This solid opening has injected fresh hope into the industry, which has been awaiting a consistent theatrical hit following a string of underperforming releases.
Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, Raid 2 is the sequel to the 2018 hit Raid, and continues the gripping story of IRS officer Amay Patnaik as he battles corruption at the highest levels. The film has been lauded for its intense narrative, powerful dialogues, and Ajay Devgn’s commanding performance, with early audiences praising its mix of realism and entertainment.
Opening across over 3,000 screens in India, the film witnessed strong occupancy in metros like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, especially in evening and night shows. The advance bookings were also encouraging, setting the tone for a potentially strong weekend.
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Trade analysts believe that Raid 2 could surpass the original’s lifetime numbers if the momentum holds. Film critic Taran Adarsh tweeted, “#Raid2 starts off on a promising note. Solid Day 1 collections… Ajay Devgn delivers once again in this hard-hitting sequel. With positive word-of-mouth, expect growth over the weekend.”
With Raid 2’s success, Bollywood seems poised to bounce back, and all eyes are now on how the film performs over the next few days. If it sustains its pace, it may very well become one of the biggest successes of 2025 so far.
