Ready for some good news? Bollywood’s gearing up for a big one, Cocktail 2 is officially on its way, and it’s coming in hot for September 2026. Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna lead the cast. The film picks up the baton from the 2012 original, bringing a fresh spin on love, friendship, and all those messy, modern relationships. Homi Adajania returns to direct, promising to shake things up this time around.

Here’s the smart part: the team’s made sure Cocktail 2 won’t bump heads with O’ Romeo, Shahid’s action-packed thriller with Vishal Bhardwaj at the helm and Triptii Dimri co-starring. O’ Romeo hits screens just before Valentine’s Day, February 13, 2026, so there’s a solid six-month gap before Cocktail 2 arrives. No box office drama, just space for both films to shine.

Shooting for Cocktail 2 is cruising along, with the crew bouncing between stunning spots in Italy, Europe, and a few Indian locations too. Most of the main filming is done, and now everyone’s zeroed in on the music. Insiders say the team’s obsessed with getting the songs and their vibe just right. If you remember the first Cocktail, you know the soundtrack was a total mood, urban, catchy, and just heartbreakingly good. The sequel’s aiming to recapture that magic, but with a 2026 twist.

Kriti Sanon calls it a “vibe sequel”, new faces, new stories, but the same emotional punch. Anaita Shroff Adajania’s styling is already making waves, so expect some seriously Insta-worthy looks. Plus, Shahid and Kriti are teaming up again after their hit in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, and Rashmika Mandanna’s joining in to keep things fresh. Judging by the behind-the-scenes photos blowing up online, the chemistry is off the charts.

Dinesh Vijan is producing for Maddock Films, Luv Ranjan’s written the script, and, honestly, Cocktail 2 is shaping up to be THE romantic comedy to watch in 2026. Word is, they’re eyeing a release between August and October, but September’s looking like the sweet spot.

With Bollywood’s 2026 calendar packed, Cocktail 2 stands out, romance, music, and a star cast all in one. Fans are already waiting for that first trailer drop and official release date. After Shahid’s recent winning streak and the first film’s cult following, there’s every reason to expect a blockbuster.

Keep your eyes peeled for more updates, Cocktail 2 is about to shake up the box office and your playlists.