Raj Kumar Gupta’s 2018 film Raid, starring Ajay Devgn, achieved significant success, receiving acclaim from both critics and audiences. Inspired by true events, the film depicted an income tax raid led by Devgn’s honest officer. Following its success, Raid 2 was announced with Devgn reprising his role, initially scheduled for a November 15 release this year. However, with another Ajay Devgn film, Singham Again, now set for November 1—previously slated for August 15—Raid 2 has been postponed. Earlier this year, Etimes reported that Raid 2 would not release this year due to the clash of two Devgn films within a short span. Gupta has confirmed to Bollywood Hungama that the film is delayed and will now release early next year, with the exact date to be announced by the producers.