For the promotions of Cocktail 2, Kriti Sanon stepped out in a look that felt equal parts nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Wearing the Aravine Dress by Alexis (₹67,000), the actor embraced a vibrant emerald-green mini adorned with oversized crystal embellishments that instantly caught the light and everyone’s attention.
The silhouette was intentionally uncomplicated: a relaxed shift dress with a clean neckline and fluid structure. But it was the glossy jewel-like appliqués scattered across the dress that transformed it from minimal to statement-making. The result? A look that felt youthful, playful and unapologetically cinematic.
The Styling: Keeping the Drama Effortless
Styled by Sukriti Grover, the look relied on clever restraint. Instead of
overwhelming the dress with heavy accessories, the styling leaned into coordinated accents. The turquoise-toned statement earrings echoed the green palette beautifully, while stacked bracelets and multiple rings added texture without distracting from the outfit.
The now sold-out Zara Gold Flower Sandals introduced a subtle metallic contrast, giving the look a polished finish. Meanwhile, Kriti’s softly waved hair and glowing makeup balanced the boldness of the dress with an easy, approachable glamour.
It’s the kind of promotional fashion that understands its assignment: memorable without looking over-styled.
The Deepika Padukone Cocktail Connection
The comparison to Deepika Padukone’s Veronica from the first Cocktail is almost inevitable.
When Cocktail released in 2012, Veronica became a cultural fashion reference point. Deepika’s character embodied carefree luxury, party-girl confidence and effortless sensuality through body-skimming dresses, bold colours, beach waves and an unapologetically glamorous attitude.
Kriti’s look doesn’t directly recreate Veronica’s wardrobe, but it borrows from the same energy.
Where Deepika’s Veronica was rebellious, edgy and nightlife-driven, Kriti’s version feels softer and more Gen-Z-coded. The oversized embellishments, playful silhouette and candy-coloured styling make it less about seduction and more about fun. Yet the DNA remains familiar: a confident woman owning a statement dress and making it the centre of attention.
In many ways, the look feels like a modern reinterpretation of the Cocktail aesthetic rather than a copy of it, acknowledging the legacy while creating a new visual identity for Cocktail 2.
Why the Look Works
Kriti’s emerald mini succeeds because it instantly feels celebratory. The colour is striking, the embellishments are whimsical and the styling keeps everything fresh. It captures the glamorous, relationship-drama universe associated with the Cocktail franchise while still feeling distinctly hers.
It’s playful, camera-friendly and memorable, exactly what a promotional fashion moment should be.
Kriti Sanon’s Upcoming Projects
Kriti Sanon is set for an exciting 2026 with two major releases on the horizon. She will headline the much-anticipated romantic comedy-drama Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, marking one of the year’s biggest Bollywood ensemble films. The actor is also gearing up for Don 3: The Final Chapter, a high-profile addition to the iconic action franchise that is expected to arrive in theatres later in the year.
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