Vadh 2

Vadh 2
Theatrical release poster
Directed byJaspal Singh Sandhu
Written byJaspal Singh Sandhu
Additional screenplay and dialogues:
Neha Shitole
Rahul Sain
Produced byLuv Ranjan
Ankur Garg
Starring
CinematographySapan Narula
Edited byBharat S. Raawat
Music bySongs:
Rochak Kohli
Score:
Advait Nemlekar
Production
company
Distributed byPen Marudhar (India)
Yash Raj Films (Overseas)
Release dates
  • 23 November 2025 (2025-11-23) (Goa)[1]
  • 6 February 2026 (2026-02-06)
Running time
131 minutes[2]
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi
Box office₹4.66 crore[3]

Vadh 2 (transl. Execution 2) is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jaspal Singh Sandhu[4] and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under Luv Films.[5] A spiritual sequel[6] to the 2022 film Vadh, the film stars Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta in lead roles.[7]

Plot

Vadh 2 is set primarily within the confines of a small prison in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. Manju (Neena Gupta) is incarcerated for a double murder she insists she did not commit, and her days are spent navigating the brutal and politically charged ecosystem of the jail.

Shambhunath Mishra (Sanjay Mishra), a weary low-rank police guard nearing retirement, oversees the daily running of the prison. Initially distant and emotionally guarded, Shambhunath slowly forms an unexpected, platonic bond with Manju as the two find themselves sharing long conversations and mutual understanding in the oppressive environment.

Within the prison walls, power is dictated by inmates as much as by the authorities. Keshav—better known as Bhuri Bhaiya—a dangerous criminal with political backing (being the brother of a local MLA), dominates the internal hierarchy through intimidation and violence, spreading fear among fellow prisoners and even influencing the officials meant to control him. His presence escalates tensions and exposes the fragility of the prison’s order.

When Keshav suddenly disappears under mysterious circumstances, panic and suspicion ripple through the jail. To unravel the truth, investigator Ateet Singh (Amitt K. Singh) is brought in to lead the inquiry into Keshav’s disappearance. As interrogations unfold, hidden truths and long-buried secrets begin to surface, forcing both inmates and guards to confront uncomfortable realities about justice, loyalty, and morality.

Amid the procedural unravelling of events, alliances shift and the nature of guilt and innocence becomes increasingly complex. Shambhunath and Manju’s evolving relationship and the mounting pressure from within the prison walls anchor the narrative, leading to a tense and unpredictable climax that reshapes how both characters view right and wrong.

Cast

Production

Principal photography was completed in April 2025.[8][9]

Release

Vadh 2 had its world premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on 23 November 2025, where it was screened as a gala premiere.[10][11]

After its screening at the festival, the film was theatrical released on 6 February 2026.[12]

Home media

The post-theatrical digital streaming rights of the film were acquired by Netflix.[13][14]

Reception

Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express rated it 2.5/5 stars and writes that "While Neena Gupta and Sanjay Mishra do their job like the seasoned actors they are, the others manage to leave a mark, even if you are left wondering just why a cop’s chiselled chest is given a whole scene to itself."[15] Rahul Desai of The Hollywood Reporter India described it is a "A Decent Sequel, A Poignant Crime Drama and fundamentally solid crime thriller."[16]

Mayur Sanap of Rediff.com 3 stars out of 5 and commented that "Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta bring their A-game to their roles, and this lived-in quality makes Vadh 2 even more convincing."[17] Lachmi Deb Roy of Firstpost gave 4 stars out of 5 and said that "A story inside a story and an absolute slow burn—that is the beauty of Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta, and Kumud Mishra’s film."[18]

Critic of Bollywood Hungama rated it 2/5 stars and stated that "On the whole, VADH 2 is an intriguing thriller with an unpredictable climax. However, the writing has its share of loose ends and moreover, its subject and treatment will mostly appeal to a limited audience."[19] India Today 's Anisha Rao gave 2.5 stars out of 5 and said that "Vadh 2 benefits from its prison setting and dependable performances, but a familiar plot and uneven storytelling prevent it from delivering the tension it promises."[20]

References

  1. ^ Seta, Fenil (9 November 2025). "BREAKING: The Family Man Season 3, Gustaakh Ishq, Vadh 2, 120 Bahadur, Tere Ishk Mein, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders to have gala premiers at 56th IFFI Goa". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 19 November 2025.
  2. ^ "Vadh 2". Central Board of Film Certification. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  3. ^ "Vadh 2 Box Office". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  4. ^ Kumar, Ritika (27 January 2026). "Vadh 2 trailer: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta return in a dark, morally complex thriller. Watch". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  5. ^ Bohra, Anurag (27 January 2026). "Vadh 2 trailer: Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra lead a compelling mystery thriller". India Today. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  6. ^ "The Hollywood Reporter India".
  7. ^ Bhat, Mumtaz (27 January 2026). "Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta lead gritty quest for justice in 'Vadh 2'". The Hans India. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  8. ^ "Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta wrap up shoot of Luv Films' Vadh 2: "The film is rooted in the same soul while exploring deeper human narratives"". Bollywood Hungama. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 29 January 2026.
  9. ^ "Sanjay Mishra And Neena Gupta Wrap Up The Shooting Of Vadh 2". NDTV. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 29 January 2026.
  10. ^ "Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta's 'Vadh 2' to premiere at IFFI 2025 in Goa". The Statesman. 10 November 2025. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  11. ^ Srivastava, Ayush (11 November 2025). "Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta starrer Vadh 2 to premiere at 56th International Film Festival of India". India.com. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  12. ^ Narain, Yatamanyu (8 January 2026). "Sanjay Mishra–Neena Gupta's Vadh 2 Gets Intense New Posters; Release Date Set For February 6, 2026". News18 India. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  13. ^ "'Vadh 2' OTT release: When and where to watch Neena Gupta and Sanjay Mishra's crime thriller after its theatrical debut". The Times of India. 27 January 2026. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  14. ^ Sarkar, Arpita (27 January 2026). "Vadh 2 OTT partner revealed: Where to watch Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra's crime-thriller film after its theatrical run". OTTplay. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
  15. ^ Gupta, Shbhura (6 February 2026). "Vadh 2 Movie Review: Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra fails to deliver on its promise". The Indian Express.
  16. ^ Desai, Rahul (6 February 2026). "'Vadh 2' Movie Review: A Decent Sequel, A Poignant Crime Drama". The Hollywood Reporter India.
  17. ^ Sanap, Mayur (6 February 2026). "Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale". Rediff.com.
  18. ^ Roy, Lachmi Deb (6 February 2026). "'Vadh 2' Movie Review: Neena Gupta-Sanjay Mishra's platonic love story is a well-paced murder mystery that doesn't rush". Firstpost.
  19. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (6 February 2026). "Vadh 2 Movie Review: VADH 2 is an intriguing thriller with an unpredictable climax". Bollywood Hungama.
  20. ^ Rao, Anisha (6 February 2026). "Vadh 2 review: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta try hard to elevate a tame thriller". India Today.
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