Cocktail 2: Director Homi Adajania Confirms Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon's Roles with Shahid Kapoor Rumored to Join
Homi Adajania is gearing up for the much-anticipated sequel, Cocktail 2, featuring Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon in lead roles, with Shahid Kapoor also rumored to be part of the cast. The director recently shared a behind-the-scenes photo confirming the roles of Rashmika and Kriti. Kriti also shared a BTS picture on her social media, giving fans a glimpse of her preparation journey for the film, captioned, “One step at a time.”
Director Homi Adajania took to Instagram to share a black-and-white behind-the-scenes photo of Kriti Sanon from Cocktail 2, sparking conversations and curiosity around her role in the sequel. Kriti also reposted the photo on her Instagram stories, expressing her excitement for the new journey. The director confirmed Kriti’s role by sharing the ‘work in progress’ photo, teasing an exciting new chapter in the beloved franchise.
Homi Adajania is set to direct Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna. The film, backed by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films and written by Luv Ranjan, is aiming for a theatrical release in the second half of 2026. Celebrity stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania added to the buzz by sharing a glimpse of the script, hinting at the preparations underway. This marks Kriti and Shahid’s second collaboration after their successful pairing in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya in 2024.
Rashmika Mandanna also reshared Homi Adajania’s post on her Instagram stories, hinting at her involvement in Cocktail 2. Kriti Sanon’s upcoming projects include Anand L Rai’s Tere Ishk Mein with Dhanush and a potential role in Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. With her diverse roles and iconic franchise appearances, Kriti continues to establish herself as a dynamic star in the industry.
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