Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna’s much-awaited romantic drama Cocktail 2 finally hit theatres on June 19, and social media has already delivered its verdict. Directed by Homi Adajania and backed by producer Dinesh Vijan, the film serves as a spiritual successor to the 2012 cult favourite Cocktail, bringing a fresh love triangle and modern relationship dynamics to the big screen.
Fans give mixed reaction to the film
As soon as the first shows concluded, X (formerly Twitter) was flooded with reactions. A large section of viewers praised the film for its emotional storytelling, stylish presentation and the chemistry shared by the lead trio. Several users described it as a “refreshing romantic entertainer,” while many singled out Kriti Sanon for delivering one of the film’s strongest performances. Audiences also appreciated the film’s attempt to portray contemporary relationships through a youthful lens.
We are appreciating cocktail after Cocktail 2 but deep down we know even cocktail was a shitty movie with a great soundtrack.
— Akanksha Badaya 🎨 (@art_lover_09) June 19, 2026
One user called the film “an emotional rollercoaster packed with romance and heartbreak,” while another praised the cast’s performances and the soundtrack. Fans particularly highlighted the chemistry between Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, noting that the trio brought freshness to the sequel. A user called it decent and compared it to the first film, “Not as iconic as Cocktail 1, but Cocktail 2 is still a fun and entertaining watch. A decent mix of romance, drama, and good vibes that keeps you engaged throughout!”
While one of them said, “Cocktail 2 starts as a gorgeous vacation movie and slowly reveals itself as one of the most honest relationship dramas Bollywood has made in a while. That shift never feels forced. The first half in Sicily is technically and emotionally rich. The second half turns up the intensity and lands on a thoroughly satisfying note. Kriti Sanon is the standout. Pritam’s music holds it all together. A film that works on every single level.”
#Cocktail2
They literally picked up the loyalty test sub-plot from #TJMM and made it into an entire film with unnecessary fillers and stretched scenes. The second half tests your patience.
Full Review in a While.
— Nishit Shaw (@NishitShawHere) June 19, 2026
#Cocktail2Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐#Cocktail2 starts as a gorgeous vacation movie and slowly reveals itself as one of the most honest relationship dramas Bollywood has made in a while. That shift never feels forced.
The first half in Sicily is technically and emotionally rich. The… pic.twitter.com/2X5t08HVlw
— Shivani (@_Shivkivani) June 19, 2026
A user also wrote, “They literally picked up the loyalty test sub-plot from #TJMM and made it into an entire film with unnecessary fillers and stretched scenes. The second half tests your patience.”
However, not all reactions were glowing. A section of viewers felt that Cocktail 2 struggled to match the charm and emotional depth of the original film starring Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan and Diana Penty. Some users criticised the screenplay and labelled the film a “forced sequel.” Others felt the narrative lacked the impact that made the first installment memorable.
Not as iconic as Cocktail 1, but Cocktail 2 is still a fun and entertaining watch. 🍹✨A decent mix of romance, drama, and good vibes that keeps you engaged throughout!#Cocktail2 #Entertainment #MovieReview pic.twitter.com/jry1HMPiws
— Filmy Sikander (@filmy78499) June 19, 2026
The audience has become smart enough to figure out paid reviews on their own. They know that if a 4-star review of a film comes out a day in advance, it isn’t authentic; rather, it is written on behalf of the production house.
The real reviews are given by the public, and the…
— The Bitter Reviewer (@Criticskeeda) June 18, 2026
Cocktail 2 has a great first half. The second could be better but the CLIMAX was unusual and not expected. All credit to the director and great work by Shahid @MaddockFilms @shahidkapoor @kritisanon @iamRashmika
— Mohit Annand (@mohitannand) June 19, 2026
There’s films that need to be meditated on in silence, and then there’s cocktail 2 lmao, get beasted on. https://t.co/ijA2oMaHEb
— goopium, listening to Mr West. (@goopium) June 19, 2026
Among the cast, Kriti emerged as the clear audience favourite, with several viewers calling her performance “powerful” and “the standout act of the film.” While Rashmika Mandanna received praise from many fans, some social media users felt her character was less convincing and occasionally “irritating.”
All about the film
Despite the divided opinions, the conversation surrounding Cocktail 2 remains strong. The film opened with impressive advance bookings and has generated significant online buzz, suggesting that curiosity among moviegoers remains high. Whether it lives up to the legacy of the original may be up for debate, but it has certainly succeeded in becoming one of the most talked-about Bollywood releases of the week.
