Raees is a 2017 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller film co-written and directed by Rahul Dholakia. It was produced by Gauri Khan and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banners Red Chillies Entertainment and Excel Entertainment. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Mahira Khan. Set in the backdrop of 1980s Gujarat, Raees is a crime saga of a small-time bootlegger who rises to become the undisputed king of the state's liquor mafia.

Raees Alam (Khan) is a young man from Fatehpur, Gujarat, who gets involved in the illegal liquor trade at a young age. He is a sharp-minded and ambitious man, and he quickly rises through the ranks of the liquor mafia. Raees is also a man of the people, and he uses his wealth and influence to help the poor and downtrodden.

However, Raees's success does not go unnoticed. The police, led by the upright and incorruptible Inspector Jaideep Majmudar (Siddiqui), are determined to bring Raees down. Raees uses his cunning and intelligence to evade capture, but he eventually finds himself caught in a web of deceit and betrayal.

Raees is a dark and gritty film that explores the complex world of crime and corruption. It is also a story about ambition, power, and redemption. Shah Rukh Khan gives a powerful performance as Raees, a man who is both hero and villain. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is also excellent as Jaideep, the honest cop who is determined to bring Raees down.

Raees was a critical and commercial success upon its release. It was praised for its performances, direction, and screenplay. The film was also notable for its realistic portrayal of the liquor mafia in Gujarat.