Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna are going to share screen space in Cocktail 2. The film, which also stars Shahid Kapoor, will release its first song on April 8. Amid this, Kriti today wished Rashmika happy
birthday with a wedding photo and also called her ‘pure soul’.
Taking to her Instagram stories, Kriti Sanon shared a photo from Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding and wrote, ‘Happy birthday Rashuuuu!! Stay the pure soul that you are and keep spreading love and smiles around you!! Have some extra cake and meet soon!! Have the best year ahead Love you.”
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Earlier, Anand Deverakonda shared a photo from their trip and wrote, “Happy birthday Rushiee..Carry that bag smile and determination with you always… Got your back always.” Earlier, Vijay Deverakonda also took to social media to share a BTS video showcasing Rashmika Mandanna’s transformation into her Ranabaali character, Jayamma. The teaser opens with the line, “In a world painted in grey… she was his only color,” followed by a birthday wish celebrating the strength of her character. “Celebrating the strength of Ranabaali- Jayamma. Happy birthday, Rashmika Mandanna,” read the text. The video shows the actress in discussion with her team, before she is seen putting on a bindi and gold jewellery as she transforms into her character.
About Cocktail 2
Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon are coming together for one of the most-awaited sequels, Cocktail 2. Ever since the character posters were shared, fans have been waiting for more updates. And now the makers have unveiled the release date of the film’s first song, Jab Talak. The upcoming track is expected to set the tone for the film’s musical journey. Taking to her Instagram handle, Kriti Sanon shared song posters and wrote, “#JabTalak song drops next Wednesday, 8th April Cocktail 2 hits theatres on 19th June, 2026.”
Recently, the makers of Cocktail 2 have officially unveiled the first posters of the much-awaited romantic comedy starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. The film, positioned as a spiritual sequel to the 2012 hit Cocktail, has already generated buzz online after the announcement.
The makers also confirmed that the first-look teaser of the film will be attached to the paid preview shows of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge across theatres on March 18. While fans are eagerly waiting to see the trio on screen, reports about their remuneration have also sparked curiosity.
If reports are to be believed, Shahid Kapoor has reportedly charged around Rs 35 crore for the film. Meanwhile, his co-stars Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna are said to be earning approximately Rs 15 crore each.
The film is expected to centre on a vibrant road trip story exploring complicated relationships, friendship and emotional conflicts in a modern setting. An official description on the District app describes it as “a modern look at love, friendship, and emotional entanglements,” following a new set of characters navigating romance and personal turmoil.
