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Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna’s Cocktail 2 stands tall in the list of the most anticipated films of 2026. A spiritual sequel to Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty’s coming-of-age romantic drama, the movie orbits around Kunal, Ally and Diya, whose lives are intertwined by love and friendship. With Cocktail 2, Homi Adajania brings together a dream cast. Shahid, Kriti and Rashmika are stars in their respective leagues. Mounted on a handsome budget, the lead actors of the film are reportedly paid as per their market value.
Cocktail 2 cast fees
According to reports, Shahid, the senior-most in the trio, is said to be the highest-paid actor on board. His fee for
Cocktail 2 is reportedly Rs 35 crore. On the other hand, Kriti and Rashmika, who play Ally and Diya in the film, are taking a paycheque of Rs 15 crore each.
Kriti Sanon on Cocktail 2
Kriti, who reunites with Shahid after
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024), confirmed during the Times Now Summit 2026 that
Cocktail 2 is not a sequel or a remake of
Cocktail (2012). “It’s a franchise,” the actress said before adding, “It’s more of a vibe like Cocktail, which is also there in Cocktail 2.”
Kriti further shared, “There are two girls and one boy. The language and vibe are in a similar zone, similar world—but a very different story and very different characters. There’s absolutely no relation to Cocktail otherwise, except that it has a mix—a cocktail—of emotions, friendship, drama, music, and amazing locations.”
About Cocktail 2
According to a viral synopsis,
Cocktail 2 is “a modern look at love, friendship, and emotional entanglements. This sequel builds on the original's exploration of relationships in a vibrant, contemporary world, following new characters through romance, conflict, and the ups and downs of connection.” The
trailer of Cocktail 2 is expected to arrive in the first week of June. Recently, Shahid, Kriti and Rashmika were seen promoting the film in Mumbai. In a viral video, Kapoor teased Mandanna for taking his hands off her shoulder at a previous event held in the city.
Cocktail 2 songs
The makers of
Cocktail 2 introduced the characters of the film through three songs. The first was
Jab Talak, whereas the second one, titled
Mashooqa, was picturised on Shahid and Kriti. The recent third track,
Tujhko, featured Shahid with Rashmika.
Cocktail 2, produced by Maddock Films, releases in theatres in Hindi on June 19.