Raid 2 Casting: Ajay Devgn Reveals Why Vaani Kapoor Replaced Ileana D'Cruz

Raid 2 Casting: During the trailer launch of Raid 2, Ajay Devgn was asked why Ileana D’Cruz is not returning as his wife in the sequel. Ajay gave a simple and smart reply. He said, “That’s true, but the character can change. Even in Hollywood, actors like Sean Connery have been replaced as James Bond. It’s the character that matters.” This shows that Ajay believes the character is more important than the actor who plays it.

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Vaani Kapoor Brings a Fresh Vibe to Raid 2

Vaani Kapoor is now playing the role of Amay Patnaik’s wife, which was earlier played by Ileana. Her presence adds a new emotional layer to the film and brings fresh energy to the story.

Raid 2 Trailer Hints at High-Octane Drama

The trailer starts with Ajay Devgn's character, Amay Patnaik, knocking down the door of a politician named Dadabhai, played by Riteish Deshmukh. This is Amay’s 75th raid, and he is on a mission to expose black money. But Dadabhai is not easy to defeat—he’s ready to fight back with everything he’s got.

Saurabh Shukla Returns With a Special Cameo

Fans of the first Raid will be happy to see Saurabh Shukla back in a cameo role. His brief appearance connects the two films emotionally and adds nostalgia to the sequel.

Tamannaah Bhatia’s High-Energy Dance Number

Tamannaah Bhatia is shooting a dance number for Raid 2 in Mumbai. While rumors suggested a collaboration with Honey Singh, reports say she is not working with him for this song. The track is said to be on the same level as her popular performances in Aaj Ki Raat and Kaavaalaa.

About Raid 2

Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, Raid 2 will release in theatres on May 1, 2025. With a thrilling storyline, powerful performances, and glamour, the sequel promises to be even bigger than the first part.

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