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{{Short description|2025 Indian film by Jaspal Singh Sandhu}}
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{{Infobox film
| image = Vadh 2 poster.jpeg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = [[Jaspal Singh Sandhu]]
| writer = Jaspal Singh Sandhu '''Additional screenplay and dialogues:''' [[Neha Shitole]] Rahul Sain
| producer = [[Luv Ranjan]] [[Ankur Garg]]
| starring = {{Plainlist|
* [[Sanjay Mishra (actor)|Sanjay Mishra]]
* [[Neena Gupta]]
}}
| narrator =
| cinematography = Sapan Narula
| editing = Bharat S. Raawat
| music = '''Songs:''' [[Rochak Kohli]] '''Score:''' Advait Nemlekar
| studio = [[Luv Films]]
| distributor = [[Pen Studios|Pen Marudhar]] {{small|(India)}} [[Yash Raj Films]] {{small|(Overseas)}}
| released = {{Film date|df=y|2025|11|23|[[56th International Film Festival of India|Goa]]|ref1=<ref>{{cite web |date=9 November 2025 |last=Seta |first=Fenil |title=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 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/breaking-family-man-season-3-gustaakh-ishq-vadh-2-120-bahadur-tere-ishk-mein-raat-akeli-hai-bansal-murders-gala-premiers-56th-iffi-goa/ |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |access-date=19 November 2025}}</ref>|2026|2|6|}}
| runtime = 131 minutes<ref>{{Cite web |title=Vadh 2 |url=https://www.cbfcindia.gov.in/cbfcAdmin/search-result.php?recid=Q0EwMTAxMTAyMDI1MDAyMzI= |website=[[Central Board of Film Certification]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref>
| country = India
| language = Hindi
| budget =
| gross = {{INR|4.66}} crore<ref>{{Cite web |title=Vadh 2 Box Office |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/vadh-2-2/box-office/ |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |access-date=10 February 2026}}</ref>
}}

'''''Vadh 2''''' ({{translation|Execution 2}}) is a 2025 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[Crime film|crime]] [[Thriller film|thriller]] film written and directed by [[Jaspal Singh Sandhu]]<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2026 |last=Kumar |first=Ritika |title=Vadh 2 trailer: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta return in a dark, morally complex thriller. Watch |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/vadh-2-trailer-sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-return-in-a-dark-morally-complex-thriller-watch-101769498095044.html |website=[[Hindustan Times]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref> and produced by [[Luv Ranjan]] and [[Ankur Garg]] under [[Luv Films]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2026 |last=Bohra |first=Anurag |title=Vadh 2 trailer: Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra lead a compelling mystery thriller |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/vadh-2-trailer-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishra-lead-a-compelling-mystery-thriller-2858336-2026-01-27 |website=[[India Today]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref> A spiritual sequel<ref>{{Cite news |title=The Hollywood Reporter India |url=https://www.hollywoodreporterindia.com/reviews/theatrical/vadh-2-movie-review-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishra-steer-a-decent-sequel-a-poignant-crime-drama}}</ref> to the 2022 film [[Vadh (2022 film)|''Vadh'']], the film stars [[Sanjay Mishra (actor)|Sanjay Mishra]] and [[Neena Gupta]] in lead roles.<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2026 |last=Bhat |first=Mumtaz |title=Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta lead gritty quest for justice in 'Vadh 2' |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/sanjay-mishra-and-neena-gupta-lead-gritty-quest-for-justice-in-vadh-2-1042863 |website=[[The Hans India]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref>

== Plot ==

Vadh 2 is set primarily within the confines of a small prison in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. Manju 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, 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 Bhure 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 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 ==
* [[Sanjay Mishra (actor)|Sanjay Mishra]] as Shambhunath Mishra
* [[Neena Gupta]] as Manju Mishra
* [[Kumud Mishra]] as Prakash Singh
* Amitt K. Singh as [[Inspector#India|Inspector]] Ateet Singh
* [[Yogita Bihani]] as Naina Kumari
* [[Akshay Dogra]] as Keshav
* [[Shilpa Shukla]] as Rajni

==Production==
[[Principal photography]] was completed in April 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |date=16 April 2025 |title=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"|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-wrap-shoot-luv-films-vadh-2-film-rooted-soul-exploring-deeper-human-narratives/ |access-date=29 January 2026 |work=Bollywood Hungama|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=16 April 2025 |title=Sanjay Mishra And Neena Gupta Wrap Up The Shooting Of Vadh 2|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-wrap-up-the-shooting-of-vadh-2-8177733/ |access-date=29 January 2026 |work=NDTV|language=en}}</ref>

== Release ==
''Vadh 2'' had its world [[premiere]] at the [[56th International Film Festival of India]] ([[International Film Festival of India|IFFI]]) in [[Goa]] on 23 November 2025, where it was screened as a gala premiere.<ref>{{Cite web |date=10 November 2025 |title=Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta's 'Vadh 2' to premiere at IFFI 2025 in Goa |url=https://www.thestatesman.com/entertainment/bollywood/sanjay-mishra-and-neena-guptas-vadh-2-to-premiere-at-iffi-2025-in-goa-1503509845.html |website=[[The Statesman (India)|The Statesman]]|access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=11 November 2025 |last=Srivastava |first=Ayush |title=Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta starrer Vadh 2 to premiere at 56th International Film Festival of India |url=https://www.india.com/entertainment/sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-starrer-vadh-2-to-premiere-at-56th-international-film-festival-of-india-8178661/ |website=[[India.com]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref>

After its [[Film screening|screening]] at the [[Film festival|festival]], the film was theatrical released on 6 February 2026.<ref>{{Cite web |date=8 January 2026 |last=Narain |first=Yatamanyu |title=Sanjay Mishra–Neena Gupta's Vadh 2 Gets Intense New Posters; Release Date Set For February 6, 2026 |url=https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/sanjay-mishra-neena-guptas-vadh-2-gets-intense-new-posters-release-date-set-for-february-6-2026-ws-kl-9817404.html |website=[[News18 India]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref>

=== Home media ===
The post-theatrical digital streaming rights of the film were acquired by [[Netflix]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2026 |title='Vadh 2' OTT release: When and where to watch Neena Gupta and Sanjay Mishra's crime thriller after its theatrical debut |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/vadh-2-ott-release-when-and-where-to-watch-neena-gupta-and-sanjay-mishras-crime-thriller-after-its-theatrical-debut/articleshow/127622006.cms |website=[[The Times of India]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2026 |last=Sarkar |first=Arpita |title=Vadh 2 OTT partner revealed: Where to watch Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra's crime-thriller film after its theatrical run |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/vadh-2-ott-partner-revealed-where-to-watch-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishras-crime-thriller-film-after-its-theatrical-run/5d323f4543517 |website=[[OTTplay]] |access-date=27 January 2026}}</ref>

==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."<ref>{{cite web|first=Shbhura|last=Gupta|title=Vadh 2 Movie Review: Neena Gupta, Sanjay Mishra fails to deliver on its promise|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/vadh-2-movie-review-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishra-fails-to-deliver-on-its-promise-10517393/|date=6 February 2026|website=The Indian Express}}</ref>
Rahul Desai of ''[[The Hollywood Reporter India]]'' described it is a "A Decent Sequel, A Poignant Crime Drama and fundamentally solid crime thriller."<ref>{{cite web|first=Rahul|last=Desai|title='Vadh 2' Movie Review: A Decent Sequel, A Poignant Crime Drama|url=https://www.hollywoodreporterindia.com/reviews/theatrical/vadh-2-movie-review-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishra-steer-a-decent-sequel-a-poignant-crime-drama|date=6 February 2026|website=The Hollywood Reporter India}}</ref>

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."<ref>{{cite web |first=Mayur |last=Sanap |title=Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale |url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/review/vadh-2-review-sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-lead-gripping-crime-drama/20260206.htm |date=6 February 2026 |website=Rediff.com}}</ref> 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."<ref>{{cite web|first=Lachmi Deb|last=Roy|title='Vadh 2' Movie Review: Neena Gupta-Sanjay Mishra's platonic love story is a well-paced murder mystery that doesn't rush|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/vadh-2-movie-review-neena-gupta-sanjay-mishras-platonic-love-story-is-a-must-watch-13976391.html|date=6 February 2026|website=Firstpost}}</ref>

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."<ref>{{cite web |first=Bollywood |last=Hungama |title=Vadh 2 Movie Review: VADH 2 is an intriguing thriller with an unpredictable climax. |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/vadh-2-2/critic-review/vadh-2-2-movie-review/vadh-2-is-an-intriguing-thriller-with-an-unpredictable-climax/ |date=6 February 2026 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> ''[[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."<ref>{{cite web |first=Anisha |last=Rao |title=Vadh 2 review: Sanjay Mishra, Neena Gupta try hard to elevate a tame thriller |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/vadh-2-review-sanjay-mishra-neena-gupta-try-hard-to-elevate-a-tame-thriller-2863945-2026-02-06 |date=6 February 2026 |website=India Today}}</ref>

== References ==
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== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|tt30176955}}
* {{BH movie|vadh-2-2}}

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