Cocktail 2, the sequel to the 2012 hit film, is creating buzz with director Homi Adajania sharing behind-the-scenes photos. The movie stars Rashmika Mandanna, Shahid Kapoor, and Kriti Sanon, and the latest images from the sets have increased excitement.
Adajania posted pictures of the lead actors on Instagram, revealing they are shooting at an international location. Shahid recently finished a film with Vishal Bhardwaj, Kriti wrapped up Tere Ishq Mein with Dhanush, and Rashmika was last seen in Kuberaa, with several projects lined up.
Adajania teased fans with a photo of Kriti Sanon on his Instagram Stories, hinting at her new look for the film. He confirmed Kriti's role with a monochrome photo, covering her face with a sticker that said, "Work In Progress," and wrote, "@kritisanon #Thescicilianchapter #Cocktail2." Kriti responded by re-sharing his story, saying, "This is gonna be a liberating journey...I can feel it.."
Shahid also shared a selfie on Instagram, writing, "New Beginnings!!! Cocktail 2," and tagged Rashmika and Kriti, showing he's joined by his co-stars. In the photo, Shahid sported a minimal beard and a smart hairstyle.
Rashmika and Shahid have also shared their looks for the film. Homi's wife, Anaita Shroff Adajania, added to the hype by posting a glimpse of the Cocktail 2 script and Kriti's look on her Instagram Story.
The film, produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films and written by Luv Ranjan, is set for a theatrical release in the second half of 2026. Plot details are still secret. The original Cocktail (2012) was a love triangle story starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty, loved for its take on friendship and romance, its music, and Deepika's strong performance, which boosted her stardom. See Also: Hansika Motwani To Face Trial In Cruelty Case Lodged By Ex-Sister-In-Law As Bombay HC Dismisses Her Plea