Raid 3: Ajay Devgn, Rajkumar Gupta To Reunite For Crime-Thriller; Film Hits Floors On... - Report

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ready to witness the thrill of Amay Pattnaik's investigative journey in Raid 3! Yes, you read that right. Ajay Devgn is set to return as an honest Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer, with director Rajkumar Gupta for the third instalment of their popular Raid franchise. After the success of the 2018 original and its equally impactful sequel, fans now have something new to look forward to. Raid 3 is reportedly in the early stages of development, with the makers aiming for a release by the end of 2026.

Raid 3 in the works?

According to a report in Pinkvilla, the details about the film are being closely guarded. Sources suggest that Raid 3 will be on a much larger scale compared to its predecessors. Known for its gripping storytelling, intense action sequences, and realistic portrayal of high-stakes income tax operations, the franchise has carved a niche for itself in Bollywood. The upcoming chapter promises to take the narrative to an even more complex and dramatic level.A source close to the development revealed, “The team has been quietly working on the script over the past few months. The conflict in the third part is bigger and more intense than in the first two films. The stakes are higher, and the raid itself will be designed to be much more elaborate. Ajay Devgn’s character will face challenges that the audience has never seen in the franchise before.”_{ALSO READ: De De Pyaar De 2 Box Office Collection Day 5: Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh Film Inches Close To Rs 50 Crore Mark}

When will Raid 3 hit floors?

As per reports, pre-production is expected to begin in mid-2026, once Ajay Devgn completes his current commitments. Director Rajkumar Gupta is reportedly working closely on the screenplay to ensure that the film maintains the realistic tone and authenticity that fans have come to expect from the series. Devgn will reprise his role as the sharp, fearless income tax officer, but this time the scale of the operations and the challenges he faces are expected to be grander and more intense.

Raid 2's box office collection

Looking back at Raid 2, the sequel opened strongly at the box office with Rs. 19 crore on its first day and amassed Rs. 49.25 crore net in its first three days in India. The film concluded its theatrical run with a worldwide collection of Rs. 219 crore, proving that the franchise has a loyal audience base eagerly awaiting Ajay Devgn’s next high-stakes mission.