Rs 150 crore budget, and half is already in the bank
Cocktail 2 hasn’t even hit the big screen yet, but the numbers are already making waves. The Homi Adajania-directed sequel, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, has reportedly recouped half its massive Rs 150 crore budget before release, thanks to lucrative pre-release deals for streaming, satellite, and music rights. Industry insiders reveal that the film is shaping up to be one of the priciest romantic comedies Bollywood has ever produced.
The budget breakdown, according to sources close to the production, shows Rs 95 crore went into production, Rs 35 crore was allocated for the lead cast’s fees, and the remaining Rs 20 crore is set aside for publicity and printing. With those hefty non-theatrical deals already locked, about Rs 75 crore is already in the bank, even before audiences get their popcorn. The film is slated for a June 19, 2026 release, and the trailer launch in Mumbai last week generated instant buzz.
Maddock Films goes all out, but what’s the film actually about?
Producer Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films are clearly not holding back. “It’s not your usual rom-com,” one insider revealed. The movie was shot across multiple countries over 70 days, boasting stunning visuals and a major music push. The team is positioning it as this summer’s big-screen must-watch, something glossy and full of life, not just another love story.
Cocktail 2 updates its brand for a new crowd, diving headfirst into the messy tangle of modern relationships and friendships. The sequel features a whole new set of characters, each struggling with love and connection in a fast-moving world. Expect Homi Adajania’s signature sharp writing, lively chemistry, and a soundtrack built for social media. The team’s keeping the full story under wraps, but the trailer teases travel, heartbreak, and a twisted love triangle.
Kriti shuts down ‘lesbian love story’ rumors
There’s been chatter online that the film’s secretly about a romance between two women, but Kriti Sanon shut those rumors down at the trailer launch. She called the speculation unfair, saying people wouldn’t bat an eye if it was two guys — so why not let two girls just be friends? Homi Adajania chimed in, explaining that because Kriti and Rashmika are close outside of work, fans started imagining things.
The team even joked about making an alternate version where their characters end up together, with Shahid as the third wheel, but he made it clear: “That’s not the movie.” With the original Cocktail in 2012 becoming a generational favorite, mostly because of its music and energy, Cocktail 2 hopes to catch that lightning again — new faces, new drama, same wild spirit. With Shahid getting back into rom-coms, Kriti riding high from recent hits, and Rashmika bringing her own fan following, the cast has everyone curious. Add producer Dinesh Vijan’s solid streak with crowd-pleasers, and things look good for a strong June opening.