Ajay Devgn’s latest and the second installment of the original Raid, i.e, Raid 2, is now in the theatres. As an income tax officer in this newest movie, he has struck gold at the box office, with Raid 2 crossing India’s coveted ₹100 crore mark within 10 days of its release. The crime drama, which hit theaters on May 1, 2025, has been drawing audiences despite facing stiff competition in this summer movie season.
Raid 2’s Movie Collection till May 11, 2025
The sequel to 2018’s Raid hit has met expectations; the box office numbers paint a promising picture. In its first 10 days, Raid 2 has collected an impressive ₹108.75 crore net in India, with worldwide collections soaring beyond ₹135 crore.
The film opened strong with ₹19.25 crore on its first day and saw the expected weekend surge, peaking at ₹22 crore on its first Sunday. Like most Bollywood releases, it experienced the typical weekday dip but has shown remarkable resilience, especially during its second weekend.
Day-wise Performance
The film’s journey at the ticket counter tells an interesting story:
- Opening Day (Thursday): ₹19.25 crore
- Friday: ₹12 crore
- First Saturday: ₹18 crore
- First Sunday: ₹22 crore (highest single-day collection)
- First Monday: ₹7.50 crore
- First Tuesday: ₹7 crore
- First Wednesday: ₹4.75 crore
- First Thursday: ₹5.25 crore
- Second Friday: ₹5 crore
- Second Saturday: ₹8 crore
While not quite in the league of blockbusters that cross ₹300 crore, Raid 2 has successfully carved out its place in the mid-budget success category. The film’s production budget (estimated to be around ₹48 crore) has already entered profitable territory.
Summary:
- Raid 2 has collected ₹108.75 crore net in India in its first 10 days.
- According to the latest estimates, the worldwide gross collection is over ₹135 crore and may be as high as ₹148 crore.
- The film continues to perform well and is among the top Bollywood hits of 2025 so far.
What’s Driving Audiences to Theaters?
I’ve spoken with several moviegoers outside theaters in Mumbai, and the consensus seems clear: Ajay Devgn’s portrayal of the honest, no-nonsense tax officer Amay Patnaik continues to resonate with audiences looking for stories of integrity in a world full of corruption.
The addition of Riteish Deshmukh as the antagonist has proven to be a masterstroke. Known primarily for his comedic roles, Deshmukh’s turn as a villain has surprised and delighted audiences in equal measure.
“It’s refreshing to see a sequel that doesn’t just rehash the original but builds upon it meaningfully,” shared Rahul Sharma, a 35-year-old banking professional I met outside a multiplex in Delhi. “The cat-and-mouse game between Devgn and Deshmukh keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
What Can We Expect in the Coming Weeks?
With its current trajectory, can Raid 2 join the ₹200 crore club? That might be a stretch, but the film still has some gas left in the tank.
The lack of significant releases in the upcoming week gives Raid 2 a clear runway to add another ₹15-20 crore to its total before new competition arrives.
