As ‘Cocktail 2’ continues to pull in audiences at the box office, lead actor Shahid Kapoor has heaped praise on co-star Rashmika Mandanna. He went on to call her a “thorough professional” with a “great heart” in a recent interaction.
Shahid Kapoor on working with Rashmika Mandanna
Shahid Kapoor, who stars alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon in the Homi Adjania directorial, did not hold back his appreciation for his co-star. He said, “I had an amazing time working with Rashmika. I think she is a thorough professional. She has a great heart. She is a real person and a fantastic co-actor.”Shahid also praised his other co-star, Kriti Sanon, acknowledging the strength of the film’s ensemble cast.
‘Cocktail 2’ box office
Released on June 19, Cocktail 2 has shown a strong box office run in its opening week. Despite receiving mixed reviews from audiences and critics, the film built steady momentum over its first three days, with collections maintaining a solid pace across both domestic and international markets.According to Sacnilk, the film crossed Rs 95 crore worldwide by Day 5, a significant milestone that underlines the drawing power of its star cast and the franchise’s built-in audience base.
More about ‘Cocktail 2’
Directed by Homi Adjania, ‘Cocktail 2’ is a spiritual sequel to Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty’s ‘Cocktail’, which was released in 2012. It explores modern relationships set against a backdrop of emotional turmoil. While it introduces fresh characters navigating contemporary challenges, the film revisits the familiar themes of love, friendship, and heartbreak that made the original a fan favourite.With strong performances, a high-profile cast, and growing box office numbers, ‘Cocktail 2’ appears to be finding its footing as one of the notable releases of the season.The movie also features Tiku Talsania, while Pulkit Samrat has made a cameo. It was released in cinemas on June 19, 2026.