Vadh 2 trailer to drop digitally on January 27; Luv Ranjan reveals why it’s not a “forced sequel”: “When a small film does well, makers try to make the sequel grand…we haven’t changed the grain”

Vadh 2 is all set to release on February 6.

 In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, producer Luv Ranjan talked about the film starring Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta, when the trailer will be out, what Luv Films represents, his love for Gurugram's Cyber Hub, and much more.

EXCLUSIVE: Vadh 2 trailer to drop on January 27; Luv Ranjan reveals why it's not a "forced sequel": "When a small film does well, makers try to make the sequel grand...we haven't changed the grain"  

  

When did you decide that a sequel to Vadh would be a good idea?

Jaspal Singh Sandhu and I were discussing what to do next.

 We realized there can't be a true sequel to this film. The story of the two main characters in the first part had come to an end. However, the concept of 'vadh' can be revisited by exploring another social issue and how a simple person fights it to protect someone he loves.

With Vadh's first part, the appreciation was slow, but suddenly, it got a lot of love and also awards.

 That also motivated us to try for a second part. Jaspal sir cracked a story which we all loved and we felt it was worth doing.

Vadh released when the Drishyam 2 wave was going strong.

 Also, Bhediya had taken up screens. Avatar: The Way Of Water was released a week later. It's believed that due to the clutter, it perhaps didn't get its due in cinemas and it became big only when it dropped on Netflix. Meanwhile, Vadh 2 releases on February 6 with minimal competition. Was that a conscious decision?

I believe that when a small, sweet film arrives after a barrage of big films, it gets a better reception.

 There won't be too much crowd when Vadh 2 releases. That's important as these kinds of films need time. They can't be released in a rush. You need a slightly more relaxed time. Once the film gets appreciation, it slowly finds its audience.

It is often said that cinemas can be ruthless in allotting shows to such films.

 Do you fear about not getting enough shows?

I genuinely believe that unless you're clashing with a big, event film, screen space for this kind of film is not a problem.

 Realistically speaking, I don't need 8 shows or I don't need 2 whole screens in a 4-screen multiplex. We have a huge capacity of theatres and screens right now. So, that shouldn't be a problem.

EXCLUSIVE: Vadh 2 trailer to drop on January 27; Luv Ranjan reveals why it's not a "forced sequel": "When a small film does well, makers try to make the sequel grand...we haven't changed the grain"  

Vadh 2 had its grand premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025, Goa...  

I couldn't make it, but I was told that it received a great reception.

 It has given us confidence.

When will the trailer be out?

It'll be released digitally on Tuesday, January 27, and it is playing in cinemas with Border 2.

 Hopefully, everyone will love it!

I guess they would, as part 1 has tremendous goodwill and has been loved by one and all.

 Also, sometimes, we feel a sequel is forced. We are not getting that feeling with Vadh 2...  

It's a very honest film.

 At times, filmmakers make a sequel to a small film and while doing so, they try to change the grain of the original film. When a small film does well, the makers then try to make the sequel in a grand way. The soul of the film changes. However, we have stuck to the grain. Like Vadh, Vadh 2 also stars Sanjay Gupta and Neena Gupta

.Luv Films has had a unique journey. We've worked with both new and experienced directors such as Hansal Mehta and Mohit Suri, creating exciting movies with them. We started in 2017, and our first film came out in 2018. So, we're still in the early stages as a company, learning and figuring things out. But as producers, we're quite ambitious. We want to make all kinds of films. I really want to work with veteran filmmakers and those whose work I admire and love. They bring their own unique styles and strengths. But I also built my career by working with newcomers, like actors and technicians. That same passion to support fresh talent is still there. At some point, someone helped me and supported my journey, which is how I became a director. Now, if we can help someone find their voice, we want to keep doing that.

EXCLUSIVE: The trailer for Vadh 2 will be released on January 27.

 Luv Ranjan explained why it's not a "forced sequel": "When a small film does well, makers try to make the sequel grand. We haven't changed the grain."

Many people believe, and I agree, that there's a distinct "Luv Ranjan genre" in Bollywood.

 The recent film, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025), by Shashank Khaitan, has characters that feel familiar to someone who has seen a Luv Ranjan film. Even the title gives a sense of déjà vu from Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018). What were your thoughts when you saw Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari?

Shashank and I have crossed paths before.

 Our ideas often overlap. In my opinion, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a Shashank Khaitan film. It's right in the same genre as Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014). I can't claim it, though (smiles). This happens often. We talk with other directors and realize they're thinking along the same lines. It's interesting how sometimes someone shares an idea and you realize you had the same one. Ideas can't really be owned. Tonalities tend to overlap. When I saw Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, I thought it had the unmistakable Shashank Khaitan style, just like Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017).

Speaking of your films, one location that often appears is Cyber Hub in Gurugram.

 Because of your films, it's become a place I always think about or visit when I'm in Delhi-NCR.

(Laughs) Same for me.

 We grew up in that area. It's a fun and interesting place. It's more of a habit than anything else. It's not like I shot there first and then went to party there. I went to party there first and then realized we should shoot there (laughs).

I also discovered Wenger's in Connaught Place, Delhi, thanks to its mention in Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety.

 Your films act like a Lonely Planet guide for tourists visiting the Capital!

(Smiles) These are iconic places.

 Maybe there are 100 bakeries better than Wenger's in Delhi now. But there's something nostalgic about these places. We've had their cakes since we were kids. The taste becomes a habit; that's why we always go there for pastries. It happens in Mumbai too. People travel long distances to have a meal at Sardar Pav Bhaji. When you grow up on something, it becomes a habit.

It's been three years since your last film, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar (2023).

 When can we expect news about your next project?

Very soon!