Cocktail 2 is a Bollywood movie, released on 19 June 2026 starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. The romantic comedy-drama Cocktail 2 opened to a strong response at the Indian box office, marking one of the better starts for a mid-year romantic entertainer.
Led by the popular trio of Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna and backed by Homi Adajania’s direction and Pritam’s music, the film benefited from high anticipation as a spiritual sequel to the 2012 hit. The opening reflected solid youth and multiplex appeal, particularly in metros, even as smaller centres showed comparatively moderate interest initially.
On the worldwide front, Cocktail 2 registered a healthy overseas contribution right from Day 1, driven by strong diaspora interest in the UK, US, Middle East and Australia. The film’s modern relationship theme and star power helped it perform well internationally, contributing significantly to its early worldwide total crossing the ₹50 crore mark within the first two days.
This balanced domestic and overseas start positioned it as one of the more promising Bollywood releases of the year so far.
Cocktail 2 2026 Overview

| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Cocktail 2 |
| Directed by | Homi Adajania |
| Written by | Tarun Jain, Luv Ranjan |
| Produced by | Dinesh Vijan, Luv Ranjan, Pramita R Vijan, Ankur Garg |
| Lead Actor | Shahid Kapoor |
| Lead Actress | Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna |
| Other Cast | Sanjay Dutt and other supporting actors |
| Cinematography | Linesh Desai |
| Music by | Pritam |
| Production Companies | Maddock Films |
| Distributed by | Jio Studios |
| Release Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Running Time | 2h 30m |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Film Industry | Bollywood |
| Genre | Romantic, Comedy, Drama, |
| Censor Rating | A |
Cocktail 2 Total Box Office Collection
Cocktail 2 opened on 19 June with a strong start and showed impressive growth over its opening weekend. The romantic drama benefited from the star power of Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, along with positive buzz around the sequel. As per the latest estimates till 18 July, it has collected around ₹115 crore in India gross so far, with worldwide figures crossing ₹145 crore. The film is holding reasonably well into its fifth week and continues to add steady numbers despite facing competition.
| Schedule | Amount |
|---|---|
| Opening Day | ₹16.20 Crore |
| First Week | ₹84.07 Crore |
| India Net | ₹95.00 Crore |
| India Gross | ₹115.00 Crore |
| Overseas | ₹30.00 Crore |
| Lifetime WW Collection | ₹145.00 Crore |
Cocktail 2 Day Wise Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 19 June 2026 | ₹16.20 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | 20 June 2026 | ₹19.20 | +19% |
| Day 3 | 21 June 2026 | ₹21.00 | +9% |
| Day 4 | 22 June 2026 | ₹8.00 | -62% |
| Day 5 | 23 June 2026 | ₹8.00 | 0% |
| Day 6 | 24 June 2026 | ₹6.25 | -22% |
| Day 7 | 25 June 2026 | ₹5.10 | -18% |
| Day 8 | 26 June 2026 | ₹5.36 | +5% |
| Day 9 | 27 June 2026 | ₹5.10 | -5% |
| Day 10 | 28 June 2026 | ₹4.80 | -6% |
| Day 11–17 | 29 June – 5 July 2026 | ₹22.00 (combined) | – |
| Day 18–30 | 6–18 July 2026 | ₹18.00 (combined) | – |
| Total India Net | – | ₹95.00 crore | – |
| Total India Gross | – | ₹115.00 crore | – |
| Total Worldwide Gross | – | ₹145.00 crore | – |
Cocktail 2 is a Hit or Flop
Average
What is the Budget of Cocktail 2
₹150 crore
Our Review
Cocktail 2 arrives as a spiritual sequel to the 2012 romantic cult classic, shifting the narrative to a new set of characters while retaining the free-spirited, urban romantic vibe that made the original memorable. Directed by Homi Adajania, the film explores contemporary relationship dynamics through the lives of its leads, blending light-hearted moments with emotional depth.
Shahid Kapoor brings his trademark charm and maturity to the role, while Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna add freshness and strong chemistry. Early feedback suggests that Pritam’s music is one of the biggest highlights, with several tracks expected to become chartbusters. The film balances comedy and romance well, though some sequences have drawn mixed reactions for their execution.
Overall, it delivers an entertaining, glossy urban rom-com experience that should appeal to multiplex audiences. On the box office front, Cocktail 2 has delivered a solid opening, backed by strong advance bookings and positive pre-release buzz. The film is performing well in urban centres and is on track for a good first day collection. In the current market, where content-driven films with strong music and star appeal tend to do well, Cocktail 2 appears well-positioned.
If word-of-mouth remains positive over the weekend, especially regarding the music and performances, the film has the potential to sustain well and emerge as a commercial success. Compared to other recent romantic entertainers, it has shown better pre-release traction. Overseas markets are also contributing decently, particularly in the Middle East and among the Indian diaspora.
With a reported high budget, the film will need a strong run to achieve profitability, but the opening suggests it is on the right track. If it maintains momentum, Cocktail 2 could become one of the better-performing Hindi films of the first half of 2026 and strengthen the rom-com genre’s comeback in Bollywood.
Disclaimer:
- Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
- The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
- These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
- Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
- All financial figures are stated in Indian Rupees (INR) and represented in crores, unless specified otherwise.
- All dates and times mentioned follow Indian Standard Time (IST) (UTC +5:30).



