Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna are currently busy promoting their upcoming film Cocktail 2, and the duo just gave us a moment that’s more entertaining than any script. After a video of Rashmika stepping away from Shahid’s touch went viral, the actor decided to turn the tables with a hilarious mimicry that had everyone — including Rashmika — laughing.
The Awkward Moment That Broke the Internet
It all started at the music launch of Cocktail 2 in Mumbai. During a photo session with paparazzi, Shahid Kapoor placed his hand on Rashmika Mandanna’s shoulder. In a split second, she stepped back, and the camera caught it all. The clip spread like wildfire on social media, with fans claiming that Rashmika looked visibly uncomfortable.
Neither actor addressed the speculation at first, leaving the internet to debate whether there was tension between the co-stars. But as they say in Bollywood, drame ka jawab smile se dena chahiye — and that’s exactly what happened next.
Shahid’s Playful Payback Leaves Fans in Splits
At a promotional event on May 29, the cast came together again — and Shahid decided the viral moment needed a sequel. While posing for photos, he deliberately repeated the same gesture, only this time he exaggerated the step-back move, taking a lighthearted jab at the controversy. Co-star Kriti Sanon couldn’t hold back her laughter as Shahid did his best impression of the awkward shuffle.
Rashmika, however, handled it with absolute grace. She responded with a warm smile and was even heard telling Shahid that she never meant anything by it. The banter instantly put all rumours to rest and gave fans a glimpse of their easy chemistry off-screen. Industry insiders say the two share a fun, professional equation, and this moment only proved that gossip can be turned into gold with a little humour.
Pritam Slams Plagiarism Allegations Over ‘Mashooqa’
Meanwhile, Cocktail 2 is also making headlines for another reason — its song ‘Mashooqa’ has been accused of borrowing its tune from a 1993 Italian track titled ‘Se So Arrubate A Nonna’. The plagiarism allegations quickly went viral, prompting music composer Pritam to fire back on Instagram.
Pritam wrote, “Every single one of my song releases comes with a set of self-appointed music detectives, who have created a new genre called ‘imaginary similarities’. Same people, same ‘inspired by’ thesis.. Boss, at this point, you are my unpaid PR team.. I just want to say guys, NOT NICE.” Clearly, the composer isn’t having any of the criticism — and fans are divided on whether the similarity is real or just a coincidence.
Cocktail 2, directed by Homi Adajania, is set to hit theatres on June 19. With a fun cast and already a bunch of viral moments, the film is generating serious buzz — and we’re here for all of it.