Raid (2018)
DirectorRaj Kumar Gupta
StarringAjay Devgn, Saurabh Shukla, Ileana D'Cruz, Gayathri Iyer
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Best for: Fans of tense, dialogue-heavy thrillers and actors Ajay Devgn and Saurabh Shukla.
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Raid Collection: all movies in order
- Raid (16 March 2018) · this movie
- Raid 2 (1 May 2025)
Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Raid Collection.
Raid story (no spoilers)
Amay Patnayak is a tax officer who receives an anonymous tip about Rameshwar 'Rajaji' Singh, a powerful member of parliament in Lucknow known as Tauji, who has been evading income tax for years. Amay leads a raid on Tauji's mansion, setting up a direct conflict between the upright officer and the influential politician. The film is a crime drama thriller that unfolds over a single day, focusing on the cat-and-mouse game between the two men. With a runtime of 120 minutes, the narrative stays tense and grounded, exploring themes of corruption and duty. The tagline 'Heroes Don't Always Come in Uniform' hints at the unconventional heroism of a tax officer. The tone is serious and suspenseful, with moments of dry humor arising from the clash of personalities.
Should you watch Raid?
Watch it for
- Ajay Devgn and Saurabh Shukla go head-to-head as Amay Patnayak and Tauji, anchoring the film's tense cat-and-mouse conflict.
- Director Raj Kumar Gupta (known for gripping thrillers) keeps the 120-minute runtime tight and focused on the raid.
- The crime-drama-thriller blend offers a grounded look at income-tax raids, a rare subject in Hindi cinema.
- The film spawned a franchise, with Raid 2 releasing in 2025, so you can start at the beginning.
Skip it if
- You prefer fast-paced action over dialogue-driven confrontations; much of the film is a war of words.
- You are looking for a light-hearted entertainer; the tone is serious and procedural.
Raid cast
Ajay Devgnas Amay Patnayak
Saurabh Shuklaas Rameshwar "Rajaji" Singh a.k.a "Tauji"
Ileana D'Cruzas Malini Patnayak
Gayathri Iyeras Mukta Yadav
Sheeba Chaddhaas Prabha Devi
Amit Sialas Lallan Sudheer
Saanand Vermaas Suraj Singh
Sulagna Panigrahias Tara
Imran Manzooras Author
Reno Davisas ActorRaid movie details
| Director | Raj Kumar Gupta |
|---|---|
| Writer | Ritesh Shah, Raj Kumar Gupta |
| Music | Amit Trivedi, Tanishk Bagchi |
| Cinematography | Alphonse Roy |
| Producer | Krishan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak |
| Release date | 16 March 2018 |
| Runtime | 2h 0m (120 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
| Budget | $4.7 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $18.0 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Raid family friendly?
The UA certificate suggests mild themes, but the film is largely dialogue-driven with little violence; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Raid official trailer
Our verdict
Raid is a solid, well-acted thriller that thrives on the chemistry between Ajay Devgn and Saurabh Shukla. The 120-minute runtime keeps the procedural story engaging without overstaying its welcome. It's a smart, grounded take on corruption that avoids melodrama.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Raid online in India?
Raid is available to stream for free on JioHotstar in India.
When was Raid released?
Raid was released in India on 16 March 2018.
Who is in the cast of Raid?
The film stars Ajay Devgn as Amay Patnayak, Saurabh Shukla as Rameshwar 'Rajaji' Singh, Ileana D'Cruz as Malini Patnayak, and Gayathri Iyer as Mukta Yadav, among others.
Who directed Raid?
Raid was directed by Raj Kumar Gupta.
What is the runtime of Raid?
Raid has a runtime of 120 minutes.
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