Veteran Bollywood actress Neena Gupta has stirred nostalgia with a throwback tale from her early career, where daring to critique a dialogue earned her a stern dressing-down from the director. This revelation comes as she gears up for the thriller sequel ‘Vadh 2’ opposite Sanjay Mishra.
Gupta shared in an exclusive interview how the industry norms of yesteryears stifled actor input. ‘Back then, we didn’t argue. Once, I bravely pointed out an issue in my lines, and the director simply ordered me back to my room to memorize them without debate,’ she revealed.
Guidance from a veteran actor clarified the hierarchy: directors orchestrate the whole symphony, while actors play their assigned notes. ‘That lesson stuck with me—we followed instructions to the letter,’ Gupta reflected.
Contrasting this with modern sets, she observed how contemporary stars engage in heated discussions, often improving the final product. Her experience paints a vivid picture of Bollywood’s shift from authoritarian to democratic filmmaking.
‘Vadh 2′, directed by Jaspal Singh, delves into a taut missing case mystery that unravels layer by layer. Backed by Love Films’ Love Ranjan and Ankur Garg, the ensemble features powerhouses like Kumud Mishra, Shilpa Shukla, and more.
The trailer’s intense visuals and emotional depth have generated massive hype. Fresh from acclaim at the 56th International Film Festival of India, this crime-mystery saga releases nationwide on February 6, poised to captivate thriller enthusiasts.