Raid

An anonymous tip triggers a career defining operation in Lucknow, where a bank of power sits behind a high standing politician who has evaded taxes for years. A sharp minded income tax officer leads a meticulously planned raid on the mansion, turning the city’s political elite into witnesses and suspects. The operation plays out with procedural discipline as the officers piece together financial records, forged invoices, and shell companies while confronting a culture of fear and loyalty. Trust and bravado collide as the raid unfolds, exposing how wealth, influence, and corruption intertwine. The narrative stays focused on process, not sensationalism, inviting audiences to weigh duty against family loyalties and political protection. Ajay Devgn anchors the tense tone with controlled restraint.

Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, Raid builds on a screenplay crafted by Savir Suda, Ritesh Shah and Aseem Arora. It draws inspiration from the real life income tax raids that shook a powerful Lucknow figure, revealing the system's edges closely for Indian cinema audiences.

The film grossed $18 million worldwide against a budget of $4.7 million, making it a solid performer. Its mix of star power and lean storytelling helped it perform well in domestic markets and attract consistent international sales overseas markets globally today.

The film kept its focus on the mechanics of the raid rather than melodrama, a choice that resonated with audiences hungry for procedural realism. It sparked conversations about political accountability, and Devgn's restrained performance helped anchor the film's credibility. Its straightforward approach influenced crime dramas that pursue accuracy over spectacle.

Critics praised its disciplined pacing and performances noting a restrained approach to corruption that avoids sensationalism. The film explores duty versus loyalty, the reach of political power, and the price of upholding the law, anchoring the drama without slipping into populist rhetoric for worldwide audiences.