Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna’s ‘Cocktail 2’ is already creating buzz, and the makers have now dropped the first look of the song ‘Jab Talak’. The visuals, featuring the trio in stylish outfits, highlight themes of friendship and romance. Many fans were reminded of the iconic ‘Tumhi Ho Bandhu’ from ‘Cocktail’, which captured a similar carefree spirit.As soon as the poster was unveiled, social media was quick to draw parallels between ‘Jab Talak’ and ‘Tumhi Ho Bandhu’. The original ‘Cocktail’, starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty, had set a benchmark for urban friendship dramas. The sequel appears to carry forward that vibe while introducing a fresh narrative and new characters.
Fan reactions pour in online
Fans have been actively sharing their excitement online, with many praising the chemistry between Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna. While some called the visuals “fresh and vibrant,” others expressed nostalgia, saying the song “brings back the fun energy of ‘Cocktail’.” A section of users also noted that the trio’s styling and vibe feel “perfect for a modern rom-com.”
Viral post on Shahid Kapoor grabs attention
Amid the excitement, a social media post shared by Bipasha Basu has sparked online discussions. The post, based on a Reddit thread, claimed that Shahid Kapoor was “upset” about the distribution of screen time in ‘Cocktail 2’. It suggested that Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna might have more prominent roles, leading to speculation among fans.After Bipasha Basu reposted the claim, screenshots quickly went viral across platforms. While some users engaged in debate over the rumour, others defended the actor, suggesting the repost might have been unintentional. Shahid and Bipasha have previously worked together in ‘Shikhar’, directed by John Matthew Matthan and also featuring Ajay Devgn and Amrita Rao.
Kriti Sanon on choosing ‘Cocktail 2’
In a recent conversation with News18, Kriti Sanon opened up about why she took up ‘Cocktail 2’. “Cocktail 2 just happened at the right time. I was craving it. I wanted to go into that really young, urban, fun space of a rom-com,” she said, expressing her desire to explore a lighter genre after intense roles.She further explained, “Yes, it’s a sequel, but it’s more of a vibe sequel, I feel. The story is completely different, the characters are completely different, and their backstories are completely different.”
More about ‘Cocktail 2’
‘Cocktail 2’ is positioned as a spiritual follow-up to ‘Cocktail’ and has been shot across locations like Sicily, Delhi, Gurugram, and South Delhi. Directed by Homi Adajania and written by Luv Ranjan, the film is backed by Maddock Films. The much-awaited romantic entertainer is scheduled to hit theaters on June 19.