Thumbs up, by Subhash K Jha, Bolly Spice : ...Raid 2 is not really the sequel we would have liked to see. But it is not all a loss either. It has a rugged energy to its storytelling. But very little characterization to justify the presence of a sequel. The women are woefully underwritten in the plot.... full review

Thumbs up, by Ganesh Aaglave, FirstPost : ...On the whole, Raid 2 promises to be a winner due to its gripping story and impeccable performances.... full review

Thumbs up, by Rajiv Vijayakar, koimoi : ...Very few sequels better their originals. This one does it effortlessly, so don’t even think of missing it! Amey Patnaik, as the publicity blurb says, is back. Here’s waiting for Raid 3!... full review

Thumbs up, by Kusumika Das, Times Now : ...Ajay leaves no stone unturned in winning hearts yet again with his relatable, gritty portrayal of a man standing up to power. He brings courage, strategy, and soul. That said, Vaani’s character had room for more - more screen time, more powerful dialogues, and greater emotional weight. Ajay’s journey, though filled with challenges, sometimes felt too easy, while Riteish’s role could’ve used more layered mind games to raise the stakes. The first half may be a bit shaky, but the second half picks up beautifully, making it a worthwhile watch. Tamannaah brings fire with her dance moves, though we could’ve done without Honey Singh and Jacqueliene Fernandez’s Money Money track towards the end. Overall, a fine job was done.... full review

So-So, by Aakash Kumar, Filmi Beat : ...Overall, Raid 2 is a decent political crime drama that gains steam after a shaky start. It might not be as gripping or hard-hitting as the original, but it manages to hold attention thanks to a few strong performances and an engaging climax. Riteish Deshmukh's performance and his chemistry with Ajay Devgn make this a watchable sequel, even if it doesn't fully meet expectations.... full review

So-So, by Murtuza Iqbal, Free Press Journal : ...Overall, Ajay Devgn starrer starts on a very slow note, and only picks up after the interval. So, if you are planning to watch the movie, you need to keep patience. It is a slow burner!... full review

So-So, by Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Gulf News : ...The film could’ve seriously benefited from a tighter edit—and maybe a caffeine shot. News flash: IT raids can look thrilling on screen (just ask Akshay Kumar and Anupam Kher in Special 26), but here, they feel more like a slow-motion spreadsheet. For a movie about high-stakes crackdowns, Raid 2 plays it far too safe, and ends up feeling more taxed than tense.... full review

So-So, by Rishabh Suri, Hindustan Times : ...Overall, the film's strengths lie in the face-off between Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, and in Riteish's fiery antagonist. On the other hand, his downfall feels too effortless, and the second half drags.... full review

So-So, by Jaya Dwivedie, India TV : ...Overall, Raid 2 is not better than the first part. There are many flaws in the story of the film, but the work of Ajay and Riteish is excellent, and this is what makes Raid 2 worth watching. The film can definitely be watched once; it is an entertaining film. Yes, the story is a bit slow, but it can be given a try. We are giving it 3 out of 5 stars.... full review

So-So, by Oshin Fernandes, MiD DAY : ...Raid 2 has been directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, who also helmed the first part. Unfortunately, he couldn’t stop the two films from being compared because the predecessor was indeed a class apart from what we’re seeing in 2025. One of his best works, No One Killed Jessica, is where he set the bar for himself. Raid 2, however, failed to maintain the same calibre with regards to its onscreen impact.... full review

So-So, by Shachi Chaturvedi, MiD DAY : ...Raid 2 has been directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, who also helmed the first part. Unfortunately, he couldn’t stop the two films from being compared because the predecessor was indeed a class apart from what we’re seeing in 2025. One of his best works, No One Killed Jessica, is where he set the bar for himself. Raid 2, however, failed to maintain the same calibre with regards to its onscreen impact.... full review

So-So, by Mayank Shekhar, MiD DAY : ...Bloating up the script a bit much after half-time, hence — to make it all the more accessible to wider audiences. Yes, it’s a stretch. But all of it serving the purpose of popular entertainment. So, no sweat. No sweat at all!... full review

So-So, by Sameer Ahire, Movie Talkies : ...While not as impactful or tightly woven as the original, Raid 2 maintains enough momentum and franchise appeal to be a hit. It's just the weight of the predecessor and the time gap that make the difference.... full review

So-So, by Saibal Chatterjee, NDTV : ...Raid was a humdinger. Raid 2 has hum and no zing. It is, at best, average entertainment, if not a few notches below that mark.... full review

So-So, by CHIRAG SEHGAL, News18.com : ...In the end, perhaps some films are best left untouched after success. Not every story needs a sequel and Raid 2 is a case in point.... full review

So-So, by Sukanya Verma, Rediff : ...One felt unexplainable glee as worlds of wrongfully accumulated wealth came crashing down amidst righteous schadenfreude. But Gupta's hammy treatment and bombastic score strips the realism to turn Raid 2 into another hail the hero exercise.... full review

So-So, by Anuj Kumar, The Hindu : ...Be it land for jobs, body for blackmail, or unearthing golden taps, the film amplifies social media chatter against a particular class of politicians to serve the sanctimonious hero, who, by the climax, becomes a means to advertise the direct benefit transfer of black money to keep the fawning public distracted.... full review

So-So, by Renuka Vyavahare, Times of India : ...Ajay Devgn and his sunglasses are intense. He portrays the old-school heroism with swag. He has a solid comic timing too. You wish that aspect was explored more here. The film has some clever one-liners too that mock the sycophants and the corrupt as it oscillates between no frills and old school dramatic storytelling. Raid 2 stays true to its theme, but it takes itself a bit too seriously.... full review

Thumbs down, by Amit Bhatia, abplive : ...Amit Trivedi, known for his fantastic music, disappoints with Raid 2. The songs feel like promotional material rather than part of the story, and they’re some of the worst tracks in recent memory.... full review

Thumbs down, by Neha Sen, Deccan Herald : ...Raid 2’has little thrill to deliver and a lot of idealism to offer.... full review

Thumbs down, by Eshita Bhargava, Economic Times : ...Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to conduct a raid of my own — on my memory, trying to forget how much time I spent watching this rehash. Raid 2 is just a terribly lazy one. It has its moments, but they’re few and far between. If you’ve seen the first Raid, this will feel like déjà vu with a glossier sheen and fewer surprises. Bollywood really needs to stop mistaking “more of the same” for a sequel. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to conduct a raid of my own — on my memory, trying to forget how much time I spent watching this rehash. One Line Review: Ajay Devgn’s 75th raid. My second. Both felt never-ending... full review

Thumbs down, by Devesh Sharma, Filmfare : ...Raid 2 tries to outdo its predecessor on every front but barring a few moments, doesn’t turn out to be the superior product. The original was more taut and engaging but Raj Kumar Gupta hasn’t really made as gripping a product as Raid. We wonder about the current obsession of Bollywood with sequels and whether all films deserve one…... full review

Thumbs down, by Rahul Desai, Hollywood Reporter : ...The concept of Saurabh Shukla — Amay’s ‘victim’ from Raid — existing only to deliver wry commentary and punchlines on parole is probably a cooler film. As is the journey of Sial’s character, a gleefully amoral government servant who replaces Amay and sucks up like it’s an artform. Or Yashpal Sharma as a Delhi-based shark who’s made a career out of cheating, drinking and lawyering rich people. Or Rajat Kapoor as Amay’s brave but ambivalent boss. Or even Deshmukh’s Dada Bhai, a single sociopath posing as a philanthropist. In other words, Raid 2 is the least interesting part of Raid 2. Relatively speaking, of course.... full review

Thumbs down, by Vineeta Kumar, india today : ...The climax offers some closure and entertainment, and keeps the film from collapsing completely. But, because we have seen better from Devgn's same world of intense dramas, we expect better. This appears more like a frail attempt to take the franchise forward. 'Raid 2' needed more time to develop - more marination, and a subtle nudge while being cooked. Instead, it arrives half-cooked, lacking flavours and leaving us not asking for more.... full review

Thumbs down, by Shubhra Gupta, indian express : ...After a string of eye-glaze scenes in which Devgn and Deshmukh go at each other, you are left clutching at straws. Amongst the cast who seem to have got the memo — go extra, or go home — Sial, as the crafty IT officer, is a hoot. Yashpal Sharma as a lawyer-with-principles, ditto. And the thick-gold-chain-festooned Shukla, as corpulent and confident as ever, cracks you up every time he comes on.... full review

Thumbs down, by DEBANJAN DHAR, Outlook India : ...Even the culminating legal trial whizzes by as if the film is anxious to fold up. You know from the start that Devgn, impassive as ever in his character’s skills, will triumph. This ensures Raid 2 stays tiringly predictable with low stakes, sluggish drama.... full review

Thumbs down, by Gautam Batra, Pinkvilla : ...Ajay Devgn nails the character of Amay Patnaik yet again. The calmness in his eyes while facing the biggest storms and the underlying intensity are so well-portrayed. But this time, his character traits impress even more because he faces bigger challenges.... full review

Thumbs down, by Nandini Ramnath, Scroll.in : ...Saurabh Shukla’s Rameshwar frequently pops up to offer his comments on Amay’s latest mission. Apart from being an entertaining distraction, Rameshwar is yet another reminder of the first Raid, and why it was better.... full review

Thumbs down, by Shreyas Pandey, the new Indian Express : ...all arrows miss the target. At 140 minutes, this is a raid on our patience—no warrant, no thrill, no point.... full review