Kriti Sanon is basking in the success of her recently released film, Tere Ishk Mein, with Dhanush. And now she is reportedly gearing up for another film, Cocktail 2, the sequel to the much-loved 2012 film starring
Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan, and Diana Penty. The actress has now opened up about what made her say yes to the film. Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna are also part of the lead roles.
Speaking to Variety, Kriti said, “Tere Ishk Mein was so emotionally draining, it had completely emptied me emotionally. I felt I needed something light and fun, and that’s when Cocktail came my way. I thought, ‘This is it. This is the space I want to be in.’ It’s also nice to play characters that are poles apart, to not get too much of the load on you emotionally, because going back-to-back with deeply layered roles can take a toll on you.”
Kriti Sanon Opens Up About Her Challenging Role in Tere Ishk Mein
As stated by Times Now, during her insightful session, Kriti discussed her experience playing one of the most emotionally intricate roles of her career in Aanand L. Rai’s musical romance Tere Ishk Mein.
Reflecting on the complexities of her character, she shared, “What I love about her is that she’s not perfect. She’s not your quintessential good girl. She’s flawed, as we are as human beings. And she’s extremely raw, she’s vulnerable.”
She further expressed her joy over the resurgence of heartfelt love stories in Indian cinema:, “I’m really glad that love stories are back. I craved them. It’s my favourite genre… this year has been about love stories.”
Tere Ishk Mein: A Love Story That’s Captured Hearts Worldwide
Tere Ishk Mein follows the passionate and emotionally intense journey of Shankar, an impulsive, fiery young man hopelessly in love with Mukti. Their connection blossoms during their college years, but when Mukti decides to marry someone else, the story takes a heart-wrenching turn. The film explores the raw, unpredictable and deeply emotional bond between the two, delving into a love that defies logic, circumstance and destiny.
Kriti Sanon is also gearing up for her next major release, Homi Adajania’s Cocktail 2, where she will share the screen with Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. The film has already generated strong curiosity, marking a fresh new collaboration for the actor. Additionally, industry buzz indicates that Kriti is also being eyed for a significant role in Farhan Akhtar’s much-anticipated Don 3. While the speculation has sparked excitement among fans, an official confirmation is still awaited.
About Cocktail 2
Cocktail 2 shoot was supposed to happened in Delhi but got cancelled due to New Delhi bomb blast. The team was supposed to kick off the Delhi schedule on November 12 and shoot across the city for about a week. But with pollution levels worsening and security concerns rising, the makers decided to play it safe and push the schedule. A source told Hindustan Times, “Shahid along with Kriti and Rashmika were supposed to come to shoot in Delhi from November 12. The makers had planned a detailed schedule in Delhi for seven days starting from November 12.”
Cocktail 2 Plot Under Wraps
The spiritual sequel is being produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films and written by Luv Ranjan. While plot details remain under wraps, the makers are reportedly eyeing a theatrical release in the second half of 2026. The film is directed by Homi Adajania, who also helmed the original Cocktail (2012), starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty in lead roles. The previous film focused on a modern love triangle starring Gautam Kapoor (Saif Ali Khan), Veronica Melaney (Deepika Padukone), and Meera Sahni (Diana Penty). It explored the interlocking themes of romance and friendship.
