Cocktail 2: Rashmika Mandanna, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon Film's Tentative Release Locked For THIS Month In 2026

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Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna are teaming up for Cocktail 2, and filming is officially underway. The trio began shooting their first schedule in Europe, with several behind-the-scenes (BTS) pictures quickly going viral. Of late, director Homi Adajania has been sharing BTS moments on his social media handles, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect from the upcoming film. As fans await to witness the movie on the big screen, we've got an exciting update for them. A recent report suggests the tentative release date of the upcoming film.

Cocktail 2 to possibly release in 3rd quarter of 2026

According to a report in Movie Reviews, the makers of the film are eyeing the third quarter of 2026 as the release date for Cocktail 2. The post on X (Formerly known as Twitter) reads, "#Cocktail2 is eyeing 3rd quarter of 2026.#RashmikaMandanna #ShahidKapoor and #KritiSanon starrer shooting is in full swing across National and International location, directed by Homi Adajania. Movie is said to be considered for Aug to Oct 2026 release."

About Cocktail 2

Cocktail 2 is produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, with the script written by Luv Ranjan. While plot details remain under wraps, the film is expected to hit theaters in the second half of 2026. Director Homi Adajania, who also helmed the original Cocktail (2012), is returning to direct the sequel.The original Cocktail film, starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty, was a modern love triangle exploring themes of friendship and romance. The sequel is expected to bring a fresh dynamic, with Shahid, Kriti, and Rashmika taking on pivotal roles.

Latest Projects of Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna

Shahid Kapoor was last seen in the action thriller Deva, directed by Rosshan Andrews, where Pooja Hegde starred opposite him. Next up, he’ll appear in Vishal Bhardwaj’s action film O’ Romeo, alongside an ensemble cast including Triptii Dimri, Tamannaah Bhatia, Nana Patekar, and Randeep Hooda.Kriti Sanon recently starred alongside Dhanush in Tere Ishk Mein, which was released on November 28, 2025.Meanwhile, Rashmika Mandanna was last seen in the Telugu film The Girlfriend, which hit the theatres on November 7, 2025. She is currently celebrating the success of her recent film Thamma.