Goes Astray For A While Before Coming To Its Senses

RATING – ⭐ ⭐ ✨ 2.5/5*

Raid 2 Review Movie Talkies:

Raid 2 is a true sequel in cinematic terms but veers off track with several unnecessary detours. A film centered around an income tax officer and black money didn’t need to delve into topics like sexual abuse, which ultimately distracts from its core narrative. Fans of Amay Patnaik, myself included, may be disappointed by this diversion—but wait, there’s more. Yes, Amay Patnaik is back! And he’s back with flair. This is where Raid 2 finally redeems itself. The film regains its essence once Patnaik lands punches like a pro, although the buildup is marred by too many dull moments. You’ll have to endure a jumble of theatrics that, rather dramatically, fall into place to enjoy this ride, and the franchise value insists on it.

Raid 2 Story:

The film opens with Amay (Ajay Devgn) demanding a bribe of Rs. 3 crore—it doesn’t take a genius to realize he’s bluffing. Yet the script spends 30 minutes clarifying that, squandering time with two uninspired songs. Amay proceeds to gather intel and raid Dada Bhai’s (Riteish Deshmukh) property, predictably finding nothing. The cat-and-mouse game begins, leading to Amay’s suspension. Despite this setback, he continues his mission, landing powerful blows before the climactic finale. The final confrontation is worth witnessing on the big screen.

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The screenplay suffers primarily due to the song placements. Cut out the three songs (including the item number), and the film would be much tighter. Ajay and Riteish’s initial face-off holds promise, but the antagonist weakens in the second half. The subplot involving Riteish’s character in a sexual abuse case feels misplaced, and the land scam angle is underexplored. Some thematic beats feel repetitive, but they retain entertainment value due to their familiar tone. Ajay’s character never convincingly appears corrupt—we all know he’s too righteous, and even his wife says, “I just saw my husband’s eyes.” These missteps detract from the experience, though the remaining plot retains enough punch to keep you entertained.

Raid 2 Cast:

Ajay Devgn delivers a compelling performance despite aging seven years since Raid. A flashback sequence reveals how much younger he looked then—here, he resembles his avatars in Singham Again and Rudra. Still, his eyes, voice, and command of the character hold the film together. Riteish Deshmukh does a decent job but lacks the menacing presence Saurabh Shukla brought to the original. Shukla himself appears in an extended cameo, making you wonder why he wasn’t brought back as the primary villain. Vaani Kapoor has two songs and barely any screen time otherwise—her role only gains relevance during the final twist. Brijendra Kala, Yashpal Sharma, Amit Sial, Rajat Kapoor, and others provide solid support, while Supriya Pathak’s accent oddly reminds one of Hansa Parekh from Khichdi.

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Raid 2 Movie Review:

On the musical front, Raid 2 falls flat. Honestly, a song-less version would’ve been more fitting, especially in an era where audiences lean toward OTT and Hollywood content. Cinematography is passable, sound design is competent, and the Black… Black theme stands out as a musical high point. Raj Kumar Gupta has crafted an earnest sequel for fans of Raid and Amay Patnaik, though a few elements fail to click. That said, the film offers engaging moments that keep you hooked for two hours. While not as impactful or tightly woven as the original, Raid 2 maintains enough momentum and franchise appeal to be a hit. It’s just the weight of the predecessor and the time gap that make the difference.

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