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Introduction and Overview "Raid 2," released on May 1, 2025, is the sequel to the 2018 crime thriller "Raid," directed by Raj Kumar Gupta. Starring Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Vaani Kapoor, the film continues the story of IRS officer Amay Patnaik, now on his 75th raid, targeting a corrupt politician, Dada Manohar Bhai, in the fictional state of Bhoj, set in 1989. The movie has garnered mixed reviews, with praise for its drama and climax but criticism for lacking originality and including unnecessary elements. This review covers all aspects, from cast performances to technical details, to provide a thorough analysis for global audiences interested in Bollywood thrillers. Cast and Crew Details   The film is helmed by director Raj Kumar Gupta, known for his work on the first "Raid" and other critically acclaimed films. The cast includes:   - Ajay Devgn as Amay Patnaik, the honest IRS officer.   - Riteish Deshmukh as Dada Manohar Bhai, the antagonist pol...

Introduction and Context "The Diplomat," a 2025 Indian Hindi-language political thriller, marks a significant addition to Bollywood's repertoire of films based on real-life events. Directed by Shivam Nair and penned by Ritesh Shah, the film draws inspiration from the 2017 case of Uzma Ahmed, an Indian woman who sought refuge at the Indian High Commission in Islamabad, claiming she was deceived and forced into marriage in Pakistan. Released on March 14, 2025, coinciding with the Holi festival, the film has achieved commercial success, grossing ₹54 crores worldwide, with ₹41 crores net in India, against a production budget of ₹20 crores. Its theatrical run was notable, though it faced bans in several Arab Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar, due to content sensitivity. Following its cinema release, it is set to stream on Netflix, broadening its global reach. The film's premise is rooted in the complexities of India-Pakistan relations, offering a rare gl...

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Cast & Crew: Director: Prasad Khandekar Writers:  Prasad Khandekar &  Prathamesh Shivalkar Producers:  Sunil Narkar,  Prasad Khandekar,  Sejal D. Painter,  Swarna Patkatha Music Composer:  Rohan-Rohan Cinematographer:  Ganesh Utekar Editor:  Nilesh Gawand Art Director:  Yogesh Ingale Production Companies: Narkar Films and Entertainment Prajakar Production Swarna Patkatha Main Cast: Swapnil Joshi as Vaibhav Prarthana Behere as Dhanashree Prajakta Mali as Ravee Prasad Khandekar as Bhaiyya Rohit Mane as Tumdev Prathamesh Shivalkar as Aditya Namrata Awate Sambherao as Real Dhanashree Vanita Kharat as Babli Onkar Raut as Anush Priyadarshini Indalkar as Sweety Sachin Goswami as Abadan Abhijeet Chavan as Inspector Vitthal Manjrekar Aishwarya Badade as Shambhavi Chetana Bhat as Vinodini Padhye Nikhil Ratnaparkhi as Vikas Padhye Prabhakar More as Naren Appa Shyam Rajput Nikhil Bane as Gulab Pramod Bansode as Bunty Shlok Khandekar as Johnn...