All eyes are on the release of Cocktail 2, which stars Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon and is gearing up for a theatrical release on June 19, 2026. The trailer and songs have gone viral on social media, and fans are eagerly waiting for the banger track Tum Hi Ho Bandhu 2.0 after catching a glimpse of it in the trailer.
As the film is merely five days away from release, let's take a look at the massive budget of the film and the fees charged by its lead actors.
According to reports, Shahid Kapoor is the highest-paid actor in the film, reportedly earning nearly four times more than Rashmika Mandanna and close to three times Kriti Sanon's fee.
As per a report by Bollywood Hungama, a total of Rs 35 crore was spent on the fees of the film's lead actors. Shahid Kapoor reportedly took home a whopping Rs 21 crore, while Kriti Sanon was paid Rs 8 crore and Rashmika Mandanna received Rs 6 crore.
A source told the portal, "This is the biggest pay cheque for the trio in their careers for a theatrical film. Of course, Shahid has drawn a bigger pay cheque for Bloody Daddy, Farzi and Farzi 2, but that was all OTT." However, this has not been confirmed by the actors themselves or the makers.
The report further stated that Cocktail 2 has been mounted on a budget of Rs 150 crore. Out of this, Rs 35 crore was allocated to the remuneration of the lead cast, while approximately Rs 20 crore was spent on the film's print and advertising campaign. The remaining Rs 95 crore reportedly went into the production of the film and the remuneration of its supporting cast members.
The film has been shot at exotic locations, making it a visual spectacle for viewers!
At one of the beautiful locations in Italy, Sicily, the team shot fun scenes on the streets, including a grand song sequence and some playful romantic moments. Taking to her social media handle, Kriti Sanon even shared a glimpse of the beautiful scenery from the shooting locations. The streets and colourful buildings provided the perfect backdrop for the film's scenes.
Outdoor scenes were also filmed in Chhatarpur, Delhi, focusing on a trio of characters and their dynamics. The open spaces captured natural interactions and casual moments. However, filming had to be adjusted due to high air pollution levels, with actors and crew often using masks and air purifiers while shooting.
Several local moments were filmed across South Delhi, bringing everyday life into focus. Security was heightened to ensure the shoot went smoothly while maintaining authenticity in capturing the city's charm.
Cocktail 2 is directed by Homi Adajania, who also helmed the 2012 cult romantic comedy Cocktail, starring Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan, and Diana Penty.
Produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, Cocktail 2 is expected to present a fresh story with a new set of characters while retaining the themes of friendship, romance, and modern-day relationship dramas that made the original film a fan favourite.
