"I still learn so much from Neena Gupta," says Sanjay Mishra at 'Vadh 2' screening at IFFI

Panaji (Goa), [India] November 24 : Veteran actor Sanjay Mishra, who attended the screening of his upcoming film 'Vadh 2' at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), took a moment to celebrate and express deep admiration for his long-time co-star Neena Gupta.
While speaking with ANI, Mishra said working with her has always been an experience filled with learning and admiration.
Calling her a strong artistic influence, Mishra shared,
The actor added that Gupta could not make it to IFFI due to health reasons. With concern and warmth in his voice, he said,
The actor went on to describe Vadh 2 as an emotional and narrative leap from the 2022 original.
While speaking to the media, the actor shared, he said, emphasising that the sequel builds on the intensity of the first film. He added with a hint of humour and pride,
Directed by Jaspal Singh Sandhu and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under the banner of Luv Films, Vadh 2 was showcased at IFFI on Sunday. The film is positioned as a spiritual successor rather than a direct continuation of its predecessor, which followed the story of a middle-class couple driven to desperation by a ruthless loan shark after being abandoned by their son, who settled in America.
At the festival, Mishra also acknowledged the emotional weight of returning with a film that, like its predecessor, delves into the psychological landscape of ordinary people confronted with extraordinary circumstances.
Vadh 2 is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on February 6, 2026.