Fans who missed Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon‘s romantic drama ‘Cocktail 2’ in theatres now have a reason to celebrate, as the film is all set to make its digital debut this month. Directed by Homi Adajania, the movie will soon be available for streaming, giving viewers a chance to watch one of 2026’s most talked-about Hindi releases from home.
‘Cocktail 2’ OTT release: When and where to watch
‘Cocktail 2’ will premiere on Netflix on August 14, 2026. The film released in cinemas on June 19 and became one of the year’s most successful Hindi films at the box office, ranking as the sixth highest-grossing Bollywood release of 2026. While critics had mixed opinions, the film resonated with audiences, and its upcoming digital release is anticipated to expand its reach further.
Plot of ‘Cocktail 2’
‘Cocktail 2’ does not continue the storyline of its 2012 predecessor starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. Instead, it introduces a new set of characters and a fresh relationship drama centred on trust, friendship and unexpected emotions.The story follows Kunal and Diya, a couple who travel to Sicily to escape family pressure to settle down. Trouble brews when Diya asks her free-spirited friend Ally to test Kunal’s loyalty by flirting with him. The plan backfires when Ally starts developing real feelings for Kunal, pulling all three into an emotionally complicated triangle. The film blends romance, humour and conflict while staying true to Adajania’s signature storytelling style.
More about ‘Cocktail 2’
A major highlight of ‘Cocktail 2’ was its cast pairing. The film marked the first-ever on-screen collaboration between Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon, a combination that had generated buzz well before release.The movie also featured Tiku Talsania in a key role. Pulkit Samrat has made a special appearance in the love triangle drama.
