The film ‘Cocktail 2’ based on Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor’s love triangle has hit the theaters today i.e. on June 19. Famous actresses like Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon are seen with him in this film. The film is getting mixed response. Amidst the release of the film, a video of Shahid Kapoor is going viral in which he is seen expressing his displeasure over the ‘A’ certificate given to the film.

‘Cocktail 2’ got ‘A’ certificate

Cocktail 2, starring the trio of Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon, was given an A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC or Censor Board). A means adult certificate. But, according to Shahid, there is nothing in this film that it has been given an A certificate.

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Shahid said- ‘I am finding out why…’

A video of Shahid Kapoor is going viral on social media in which he is seen giving his views on this issue. In the video, the actor is saying, ‘There is nothing in this film that you may not like. I know we got an A-certificate, I’m trying to find out why. I didn’t understand. This film is the story of three people. Can watch with everyone. I hope you go out with a big smile thinking about life.

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Cocktail 2 became Shahid’s 5th A certificate film.

Let us tell you that Cocktail 2 has become the 5th and second consecutive A certificate film of Shahid Kapoor’s career. Earlier, the Censor Board had also given A certificate to the actor’s films like Kaminey, Udta Punjab, Kabir Singh and O’Romeo.

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Let us tell you that Cocktail 2 is the spiritual sequel of Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty’s film ‘Cocktail’ released in 2012. Cocktail 2 has been directed by Homi Adajania. Its producers are Dinesh Vijan, Ankur Garg and Luv Ranjan. Whereas its story has been written together by Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali.

The film ‘Cocktail 2’ has been released in theaters today on 19th June. The audience is liking the film very much. Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna are seen in lead roles in the film. The film is getting great reviews on X. People had different opinions on the internet regarding the film. Some viewers called it an attractive film to watch, while others praised the star cast.

People like cocktail 2
A user wrote on X, ‘To be honest, this is one of the most beautiful looking romantic-comedy films of Bollywood. I really liked its visuals. The story and screenplay are going well. So far this is a typical, light-hearted romantic-comedy story. Let’s see how the second half turns out, but so far it has been good and fun.

‘Great sequel’
Another user wrote, finally, a great sequel after a long time..! The story and emotions of the film are perfect.

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Another viewer wrote, ‘It is difficult to respect a sequel without being completely dependent on its original film, but Homi Adajania has done it well. ‘Cocktail 2’ stands completely on its own. The first half of the film is a wonderful experience. This film is excellent in every respect, songs, chemistry. Then the second half tightens its grip on the story and keeps the audience engaged till the end.

He further wrote, ‘Kriti Sanon is the emotional center of the film. The calmness with which she works even in difficult moments is really surprising.

Praising Rashmika Mandanna
Some viewers are also seen praising Rashmika Mandanna a lot. The film has shown her to be quite glamorous. People are praising his look in the film.

One viewer wrote, ‘Shahid’s entry as a charming chef is amazing. Can’t wait for the evening to watch the movie.

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Let us tell you, the film ‘Cocktail 2’ is the sequel of the 2012 film ‘Cocktail’.

Kriti Sanon is in the news these days about her upcoming film ‘Cocktail 2’. Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna are also in lead roles in the film. There has been speculation for a long time about the role of Kriti and Rashmika in the film and that both are playing the role of a lesbian couple. Now Kriti Sanon has broken her silence on these rumours.

Kriti Sanon reacted to the rumors
At the trailer launch event of ‘Cocktail 2’, Kriti Sanon spoke openly about the ongoing discussions regarding the film and its characters. Dismissing these speculations, he said, ‘It is really sad because, as Dinesh Vijan said, if there are two boys then it is called bromance, and if there are two girls then people are not ready to accept that they can be just friends. Either there is rivalry between them, or people assume something else.

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Homi Adajania also spoke
Director Homi Adajania has given clarification on the rumors going on about ‘Cocktail 2’. He said that whatever is being talked about the story of the film has nothing to do with the real story. He told that Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna share a very good bond off-screen, due to which misunderstanding arose among the people.

He also said that he had once just imagined that if the story had revolved around these two, Shahid Kapoor could have been the ‘third wheel’. She further said, ‘I have no problem with it,’ but clarified that no lesbian storyline will be shown in ‘Cocktail 2’.

When will ‘Cocktail 2’ be released?
Let us tell you, ‘Cocktail 2’, being made under the direction of Homi Adajania, remains one of the most popular Bollywood films of this year. This film is the sequel to the 2012 hit ‘Cocktail’, Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty were seen in the first part. Its sequel is ready to release in theaters on June 19.

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