Rashmika Mandanna, Shahid Kapoor, and Kriti Sanon to kick-start shooting for Cocktail 2 in August: Report |
Get ready, rom-com lovers! The much-loved Cocktail is shaking things up with a star-studded sequel that promises fresh chemistry, exotic locales, and all the fun, emotions, and music that made the original a hit. Here’s everything you need to know about Cocktail 2 and what’s brewing behind the scenes!According to a report in Pinkvilla, Cocktail 2 is set to go on floors in August 2025. The film will be shot across India and picturesque European locations, with plans to wrap by January 2026. Joining Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon is Rashmika Mandanna, completing the new-age trio. A big ensemble cast is also in the works, with casting currently underway.Like the original, Cocktail 2 will be directed by Homi Adajania. While Dinesh Vijan had teamed up with Imtiaz Ali for the 2012 hit, this time he joins hands with Luv Ranjan, who has also penned the script. Known for his flair in romantic comedies, Ranjan brings his signature blend of humour, emotion, and breezy storytelling. The film is eyeing a theatrical release in the second half of 2026.Before diving into Cocktail 2, Shahid Kapoor will complete shooting for Vishal Bhardwaj’s upcoming film, tentatively titled Arjun Ustara or Evil. Meanwhile, Kriti Sanon will join Cocktail 2 after wrapping up Aanand L Rai’s much-anticipated Tere Ishq Mein opposite Dhanush. Rashmika Mandanna, the third lead, is expected to finish her scenes for Thama alongside Ayushmann Khurrana before starting work on the sequel.Cocktail starred Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty in lead roles and became a major hit, redefining the romantic comedy genre. Beyond its memorable performances, the film won hearts with its soulful music—an element fans eagerly expect to see continue in the upcoming sequel.
