"Raees" is a 2017 Indian action thriller film directed by Rahul Dholakia. The story is set in the 1980s and follows the life of Raees Alam, played by Shah Rukh Khan, a clever bootlegger who rises to power in the illegal liquor trade in Gujarat. The film explores themes of ambition, crime, and morality. The narrative also features Mahira Khan as Raees' love interest and Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a determined police officer trying to bring him down. "Raees" received mixed reviews but was praised for its performances and engaging storyline, becoming a commercial success at the box office.