'Raid 2' Box Office Collection Day 1: Ajay Devgn Starrer Recovers Half Its Budget, Smashes Records of 14 Films

Ajay Devgn’s much-anticipated film ‘Raid 2’ stormed into cinemas on May 1 and delivered an explosive opening, breaking multiple box office records in the process.

By Nisha Sharma | Updated: May 2, 2025, 07:19 AM IST

Ajay Devgn is back in action with Raid 2, the sequel to the 2018 blockbuster Raid, and this time, the stakes are even higher. Directed by Rajat Gupta and featuring a star-studded cast, the film made a stellar debut at the box office, earning massive numbers despite clashing with several major releases.

Blockbuster Opening Amidst Tough Competition

Raid 2 hit theatres alongside multiple contenders such as The Bhootni, Retro, Hit 3, and Hollywood’s Thunderbolt. Additionally, it faced box office competition from other domestic films like Jaat and Kesari Chapter 2. Despite the crowded release schedule, Raid 2 emerged as a clear winner on Day 1.

According to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk, Raid 2 collected ₹18.25 crore on its opening day. The film had already shown promise with an impressive pre-ticket sale of nearly ₹10 crore, and its Day 1 earnings have firmly positioned it among the top openers of 2025.

Recovered Half Its Budget on Day 1

Raid 2 is reportedly made on a budget of around ₹40–50 crore. With an opening day collection of ₹18.25 crore, the film has already recovered approximately 50% of its production cost, setting the stage for a highly successful first weekend. If the current momentum continues, the film is expected to enter the ₹100 crore club in no time.

Third-Highest Opener of 2025 So Far

With ₹18.25 crore on its debut day, Raid 2 has become the third-highest opening film of 2025, following closely behind Chhava (₹33.10 crore) and Sikandar (₹27.50 crore). Here's how Raid 2 stacks up against other big releases this year:

Top 2025 Opening Day Grossers:

Chhava – ₹33.10 crore

Sikandar – ₹27.50 crore

Raid 2 – ₹18.25 crore

Sky Force – ₹15.30 crore

Jaat – ₹9.62 crore

Kesari Chapter 2 – ₹7.84 crore

Deva – ₹5.78 crore

The Diplomat – ₹4.03 crore

Badass Ravi Kumar – ₹3.52 crore

Fateh – ₹2.61 crore

Raid 2 has also outperformed 14 other major films released this year in terms of Day 1 earnings.

Star Cast and Plot Overview

Directed by Rajat Gupta, Raid 2 stars Ajay Devgn as IRS officer Amay Patnaik, alongside Riteish Deshmukh as antagonist Manohar Bhai, with Vaani Kapoor, Supriya Pathak, Saurabh Shukla, and Rajat Kapoor in pivotal roles.

The story continues the saga of Amay Patnaik, who is known for his aggressive crackdown on financial fraud and corruption. Having already confiscated over ₹4,200 crore in his past raids, Patnaik now targets a politically shielded criminal empire led by Manohar Bhai. In this mission, he launches his 75th and most dangerous raid yet, raising the tension and stakes like never before.

Positive Audience Response

Early reviews and word-of-mouth have been overwhelmingly positive, with praise directed toward Ajay Devgn’s intense performance, the gripping narrative, and the film’s high production value. The public sentiment, coupled with a strong opening, indicates that Raid 2 is well on its way to becoming one of 2025’s biggest hits.

With Day 1 numbers already making waves, will Raid 2 sustain its momentum through the weekend? Stay tuned for updates on its box office journey.