Ileana D'Cruz Shares Heartfelt Update On ‘Raid 2' Absence & Bollywood Return
Ileana D'Cruz Shares Heartfelt Update On 'Raid 2' Absence & Bollywood Return
Source: IANS
Actress Ileana D'Cruz, who is currently embracing motherhood, recently explained why she was not part of the much-anticipated 'Raid 2.' In an intimate Q&A with fans, Ileana revealed that conflicting schedules prevented her from joining the sequel to the blockbuster 2018 film 'Raid,' starring Ajay Devgn. Fans expressed their disappointment, but Ileana hinted at potential future projects, reassuring her followers about her eventual comeback to Bollywood.
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