Kriti Sanon says her role in Cocktail 2 is the hottest character she has played so far. Her latest comments add fresh intrigue to the Shahid Kapoor starrer ahead of its 2026 release.
The *Cocktail 2* glimpse has been certified at 1 minute 47 seconds, with the Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna teaser set for a theatrical-only reveal. It will play in cinemas alongside *Dhurandhar The Revenge* on March 18, 2026.
Cocktail 2 moves closer to its big-screen marketing push as the Jab Talak song teaser earns CBFC UA 16+ certification. The update lands ahead of the March 18 theatrical-only debut and the film’s June 19 release.
*Cocktail 2* has dropped its first look posters featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, with a teaser plan that is going strictly theatrical. The teaser will reportedly play exclusively in cinemas with *Dhurandhar 2*.
*Cocktail 2* director Homi Adajania shared insider snaps from the Virosh reception featuring Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. The post, captioned “Only love and happiness,” quickly became a fan favorite crossover moment.
Cocktail 2 is set to feature Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon as a couple, with Shahid Kapoor complicating the equation. The exclusive casting update signals a fresh relationship dynamic in the Cocktail 2 love triangle.
Rashmika Mandanna is not part of Amit Sharma’s next romcom even as talks with Shahid Kapoor continue. Here’s what’s been confirmed about the casting and the reason behind her exit.
Cocktail 2 is eyeing third quarter 2026 release between August and October. The Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna starrer is being directed by Homi Adajania. Shooting is in full swing across multiple locations. Kriti Sanon revealed the film features amazing music and explores modern relationships.
Kriti Sanon has officially wrapped filming on Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. The actress reveals she specifically chose this light hearted romantic comedy after her emotionally demanding role in Tere Ishk Mein. The film is directed by Homi Adajania and reunites Kriti with Shahid after their 2024 release.
Shahid Kapoor is undergoing a major physical transformation for Cocktail 2. Director Homi Adajania shared a behind the scenes photo of the actor lifting heavy dumbbells during an intense training session.
The Delhi shooting schedule for Cocktail 2 starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna has been postponed. Poor air quality and security concerns following the Red Fort blast led to the delay. The makers plan to reschedule for December.
Director Homi Adajania has dropped a major hint on social media, teasing a new project called ‘#TheSicilianChapter’ with Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna. This could be the highly-anticipated sequel to his 2012 hit, Cocktail.
