The upcoming weeks promise to be thrilling for movie enthusiasts as two highly anticipated films are set to hit theaters: Cocktail 2 and Welcome To The Jungle. Cocktail 2, featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is scheduled for release on Friday, June 19. The film has sparked a lot of excitement, thanks to its strong franchise backing, catchy music, youthful vibe, and fresh casting choices.
Recently, it was confirmed that Cocktail 2 received an ‘A’ certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). This marks Kriti Sanon’s first adult-rated film in her 12-year career, while for Rashmika Mandanna, it’s her second after the successful Animal (2023). For Shahid Kapoor, this will be his fifth film with an adult rating, following Kaminey (2009), Udta Punjab (2016), Kabir Singh (2019), and his recent release O’Romeo (2026). It’s noteworthy that this is the first time Shahid will have two consecutive adult-rated films in his lineup.
The original Cocktail, released in 2012, featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. Directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, the first film earned a U/A certificate, running for 146 minutes, which is four minutes shorter than the sequel’s runtime of 150 minutes.
Advance bookings for Cocktail 2 began on June 14, adding to the buzz as the release date approaches. Fans are eager to see how this new installment will build on the success of its predecessor.
