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Raid is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and inspired by real-life income tax raids conducted in India during the 1980s. The film stars Ajay Devgn as Amay Patnaik, an honest and fearless Income Tax officer who leads a daring raid on a powerful and corrupt politician. Set in rural Uttar Pradesh, the movie highlights the clash between integrity and political power. Ileana D’Cruz plays Amay’s supportive wife, while Saurabh Shukla delivers a standout performance as the manipulative antagonist. Known for its gripping tension, realistic storytelling, and strong performances, Raid became a major box-office success.

Crime Drama Thriller

Release Date: 16 March 2018
Director: Raj Kumar Gupta
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Duration: 2 hours
Language: Hindi
Starring: Ajay Devgn, Saurabh Shukla, Ileana D'Cruz, Saanand Verma, Amit Sial
Box Office: ₹154.19 Crore Worldwide
Where To Watch: Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5

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Released on 16 March 2018, Raid follows the story of Amay Patnaik, an incorruptible Income Tax officer transferred to Lucknow after exposing several high-profile scams. Acting on secret intelligence, Amay conducts a risky raid on the mansion of Rameshwar Singh, a highly influential politician feared across the region. Facing intimidation, political pressure, and local resistance, Amay refuses to back down, believing in the power of truth and law. The narrative unfolds over a tense single-location investigation, revealing hidden wealth, moral conflicts, and systemic corruption. With sharp dialogues, realistic procedures, and strong character development, Raid portrays the courage required to stand against deeply rooted power structures. The film was praised for its realistic tone and Ajay Devgn’s restrained yet powerful performance.

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Raid is inspired by a real income-tax raid that lasted over 18 hours, one of the longest in Indian history, during which officials uncovered massive undisclosed wealth hidden inside walls, ceilings, and secret compartments.

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