Ileana D’Cruz Praises Vaani Kapoor After Missing Out on Raid 2 Due to Motherhood

Ileana D’Cruz has finally addressed her absence from Raid 2, revealing that she was initially offered the role but had to decline due to personal commitments. The actress, who played Malini Pathak in the 2018 film Raid, was replaced by Vaani Kapoor in the sequel, a casting decision that left many fans wondering about the change.  

Ileana’s Statement on Missing Raid 2  
- During an Instagram AMA session, Ileana shared that she would have loved to reprise her role in Raid 2 but couldn’t accommodate the schedule due to her recent transition into motherhood  
- She described Raid as a special film and expressed her fondness for working with director Raj Kumar Gupta and co-star Ajay Devgn  
- The actress emphasized that her priorities have shifted after welcoming her first child, making it difficult to commit to the project  

Praise for Vaani Kapoor and Industry Response  
- Ileana graciously acknowledged Vaani Kapoor’s performance, stating that she looked lovely in the film’s promotional material and brought her own charm to the character  
- Fans appreciated Ileana’s humility, with many calling her response classy and respectful  
- Social media discussions highlighted the rarity of such positive acknowledgments in Bollywood, with users commending Ileana for her professionalism  

Raid 2’s Box Office Performance and Cast Details  
- The film, directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, features Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Vaani Kapoor in lead roles  
- Supporting actors include Rajat Kapoor, Saurabh Shukla, Supriya Pathak, and Amit Sial  
- Raid 2 has garnered strong box office numbers, collecting 228 crore worldwide within a month of release  

Future Prospects for Ileana D’Cruz  
- The actress hinted at a possible return to films, responding with “Absolutely” when asked about her comeback plans  
- She is currently focused on motherhood, sharing insights into her daily routine and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life  
- Industry insiders speculate that Ileana may explore new projects once she is ready to resume acting  

Sources: Hindustan Times, MSN Entertainment, Indian Express, Republic World, NewsBytes India