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Cocktail 2

Cocktail 2 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Homi Adajania.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Cocktail 2 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Homi Adajania. It is a spiritual sequel to Cocktail (2012) and stars Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna. The film was released in cinemas on 19 June 2026.

Plot

The film centres on a long-term relationship that becomes unstable when an old friend re-enters the couple’s lives. Available descriptions frame the story as a love triangle involving emotional and comedic complications.

Production

Cocktail 2 was directed by Homi Adajania and written by Luv Ranjan and Tarun Jain. It was produced by Dinesh Vijan, Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg, and Pramita R. Vijan under Maddock Films and Luv Films.

Release

The film was released in cinemas on 19 June 2026. Sources list a runtime of about 150 minutes and a Hindi-language theatrical release in India.

Reception and box office

Published box office data in the available sources lists worldwide or reported gross earnings of ₹143.44 crore. Some review sources describe the film as a glossy romantic drama with mixed critical reception.

Key facts

  • Cocktail 2 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film.
  • It is a spiritual sequel to Cocktail (2012).
  • The film stars Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna.
  • It was released theatrically on 19 June 2026.
  • Reported box office gross is ₹143.44 crore.

Frequently asked questions

What is Cocktail 2?
Cocktail 2 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film and a spiritual sequel to Cocktail (2012).
Who directed Cocktail 2?
Homi Adajania directed the film.
Who stars in Cocktail 2?
The lead cast includes Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna.
When was Cocktail 2 released?
It was released in cinemas on 19 June 2026.
What language is Cocktail 2 in?
The film is in Hindi.
Is Cocktail 2 connected to the 2012 film Cocktail?
Yes. It is described as a spiritual sequel to Cocktail (2012).

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cocktail_2
    Supports: Basic identification, release date, genre, language, runtime, country, budget, box office, and sequel relationship.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/cocktail_2
    Supports: Director, producers, writers, genre, language, release date, runtime, and production companies.
  3. AlloCiné — https://www.allocine.fr/film/fichefilm_gen_cfilm=1000042195.html
    Supports: Release date, runtime, genre, director, writers, and principal cast.
  4. Times Now — https://www.timesnownews.com/zoom/movies/cocktail-2-movie-153900162
    Supports: Release date, genre, language, director, music credit, and sequel framing.
  5. WION — https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/cocktail-2-movie-review-shahid-kapoor-kriti-sanon-and-rashmika-mandanna-s-glossy-vacation-drama-is-dragged-down-by-a-wafer-thin-plot-1781863249467
    Supports: Plot description, lead characters, and critical reception context.
  6. Bollywood Hungama — https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/cocktail-2/
    Supports: Plot premise, lead characters, and relationship setup.