Pritam REACTS to ‘Mashooqa’ plagiarism accusation; says trolls have become his “unpaid PR team” The release of ‘Mashooqa’ from Cocktail 2 has sparked major conversation online, not just for the chemistry between Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, but also for a fresh plagiarism debate surrounding composer Pritam. The song, which captures a scenic road trip and the blossoming romance between the lead characters, quickly became a trending topic on social media soon after its launch. Featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon in glamorous avatars, ‘Mashooqa’ showcases the duo slowly lowering their emotional barriers while travelling together through picturesque landscapes. The track is positioned as a fun and vibrant romantic number from Cocktail 2, which also stars Rashmika Mandanna in a key role. However, discussions around the song soon shifted from its visuals and vibe to accusations of musical similarities. A section of social media users claimed that the primary beat and tune of ‘Mashooqa’ resembled the 1993 Italian comedic song ‘Se So Arrubate A Nonna’ by the duo Bibi & Coco. The comparison quickly gained traction online, especially because Pritam has previously faced allegations of taking inspiration from international music tracks earlier in his career. Memes, comparison videos, and criticism flooded platforms within hours of the song’s release. MASHOOQA BY PRITAM COPIED FROM SE SO ARRUBATA (1993) by u/Main-hoon-don in BollyBlindsNGossip Responding to the controversy... #Shahid_Kapoor #Kriti_Sanon #Mashooqa’_plagiarism #fresh_plagiarism #plagiarism_debate #Pritam_REACTS #sparked_major #major_conversation #debate_surrounding #surrounding_composer
Cocktail 2 song 'Mashooqa' out: Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon turn up the heat in playful track, watch Maddock Films has unveiled 'Mashooqa,' the latest song from the upcoming film Cocktail 2, and the energetic summer track is already grabbing attention for its vibrant visuals, upbeat music, and sizzling chemistry between Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Designed as a playful and stylish celebration of romance and carefree energy, 'Mashooqa' captures the spirit of young love and spontaneous connection. Set against glamorous backdrops and packed with high-energy visuals, the song combines flirtation, dance, and summer-party aesthetics to create a track that feels both visually rich and instantly catchy. The song has been composed by Pritam with lyrics penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya. Vocals for the track have been provided by Raghav Chaitanya, Mahmood, and Ruaa Kayy, while the Italian sections have been written, co-composed, and performed by Mahmood. According to the makers, 'Mashooqa' blends catchy hooks with stylish energy, aiming to become a celebration-ready summer anthem. The song particularly stands out for the effortless chemistry between Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, who bring a playful charm and relaxed screen presence to every frame. Kriti Sanon appears in a series of glamorous looks throughout the track, combining confidence, sensuality, and carefree energy. Shahid Kapoor complements her with an equally easygoing and stylish performance, making the duo one of the big... #upcoming_film #Shahid_Kapoor #Maddock_Films #Kriti_Sanon #Cocktail #grabbing_attention #film_Cocktail #watch_Maddock #Mashooqa #upbeat_music
Cocktail 2 song event: Rashmika Mandanna brings the house down with her “Kriti Sanon is F**KING hot!” remark; Shahid Kapoor calls Kriti and Rashmika “superstars in the prime of their careers” A fun event was hosted by the Cocktail 2 team at a premium restobar in central Mumbai on Sunday, May 17, and was attended by Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna, producers Dinesh Vijan and Luv Ranjan, director Homi Adajania and music director Pritam Chakraborty. Two unreleased songs were premiered at the event – ‘Mashooka’, featuring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, and ‘Tujhko’ featuring Shahid and Rashmika Mandanna. At the event, Shahid Kapoor said, “I am very fortunate to have worked with these two amazing actresses, superstars and beautiful ladies who are extremely professional and in the absolute prime of their careers. Both have given spectacular performances and look amazing. That’s why my character, Kunal, can’t decide who to go with. That’s what the film is all about. ”He added, “With Rashmika, this is my first film. But it never felt so. Whenever we got into any shot, we never even discussed what we were going to do. I just loved that she was all up for spontaneity. ”Rashmika Mandanna added, “I fully agree. Everytime we were working on a scene together, somehow, spontaneously, we would come up with aftertakes. There’ll be one extra ‘tichka’ that we would give and we would not see it coming. We would even rehearse. That’s why the chemistry was magical. ”Kriti ... #Shahid_Kapoor #Shahid #Rashmika_Mandanna #Rashmika #Mandanna #Kriti_Sanon #Kriti #KING_hot #Mandanna_brings #featuring_Shahid
Kriti Sanon no longer CCO of Hyphen, skincare brand confirms decision Actor-entrepreneur Kriti Sanon is no longer serving as the Chief Customer Officer of her skincare brand Hyphen, the company confirmed in a recent statement. The development comes nearly three years after the brand’s launch in 2023, during which Kriti had been closely associated with its positioning and outreach. The announcement was made through Hyphen’s official social media handle on April 24. In its statement, the brand acknowledged the significance of the decision and described it as part of a broader transition. “This is not a statement we make lightly. After careful study, we believe that this should be addressed honestly. The road ahead represents a tremendous transition. Certain painful but important decisions were taken. With that, we publicly announce that Kriti Sanon is no longer functioning as our Chief Customer Officer,” the statement read. The update quickly gained traction online, with users expressing a mix of surprise and curiosity about the move. Given Kriti Sanon’s visible involvement in the brand since its inception, the change has raised questions about what it could mean for the company’s future direction. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HYPHEN (@letshyphen) Among those reacting to the news was entrepreneur Parul Gulati, who shared her perspective in support of the actor. “She was never a customer officer. . . . She is the brand herself…. 😍 we love... #brand #Kriti_Sanon #Kriti #Actor-entrepreneur_Kriti #skincare_brand #longer_CCO #decision_Actor-entrepreneur #Customer_Officer #Chief_Customer #Hyphen
Cocktail 2 first look teaser to drop on March 18; likely to be attached with paid previews of Dhurandhar: The Revenge The makers of Cocktail 2 have officially kicked off the promotional campaign by unveiling a series of character posters featuring the film’s lead trio – Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna. Production house Maddock Films shared the posters on March 13, five days before the scheduled first-look teaser release. Announcing the reveal on social media, the banner teased fans with the caption, “For more info, make your way to the theatres this Wednesday, March 18,” hinting that the teaser will be unveiled in cinemas before its digital release. The newly released visuals introduce audiences to the film’s central characters played by Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, each poster offering a glimpse into their distinct personalities within the story. Shahid Kapoor’s poster presents him as the brooding urbanite of the trio. The actor is seen leaning casually against a green convertible, sporting a red-and-white patterned shirt paired with dark sunglasses. With the sunlit sea in the background and his relaxed yet contemplative stance, the look hints at a character who may serve as the emotional anchor of the narrative—echoing the charming “urban lover boy” energy while bringing a more mature edge. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maddock Films (@maddockfilms)Rashmika Mandanna’s poster, on the other hand, capture... #March #Shahid_Kapoor #Rashmika_Mandanna #Maddock_Films #Kriti_Sanon #paid_previews #officially_kicked #promotional_campaign #Cocktail #posters_featuring
Yami Gautam Dhar clarifies viral “like” on post trolling Kriti Sanon was “not done consciously”: “Never in my life have I resorted to cheap PR tactics” Actor Yami Gautam Dhar has addressed the controversy surrounding a social media interaction that appeared to show her liking a reel critical of Kriti Sanon’s recent Best Actress win. The actor took to X (formerly Twitter) on Friday to clarify that the interaction was unintentional and may have happened accidentally. In her statement, Yami explained that celebrities are frequently tagged in numerous posts every day, and the reel in question likely appeared during such interactions around an award-function reference. She said it was not a deliberate attempt to endorse any negative sentiment toward another actor. “It has come to my notice that I apparently ‘liked’ a reel that is condescending toward another actor. We get tagged in multiple things every day, and this appeared during an award-function reference like any other tag. It isn’t true and was definitely not done consciously, if anything, it may have been clicked accidentally,” she wrote. The actor also emphasised that she has never relied on publicity strategies to gain attention. “Never in my life have I resorted to cheap PR tactics. I have always focused on my work and moved on,” she added, expressing hope that social media platforms and portals would consider the context before turning such incidents into gossip. It has come to my notice that I apparently ‘liked’... #Gautam_Dhar #Yami_Gautam #Gautam #Dhar #Kriti_Sanon #Dhar_clarifies #trolling_Kriti #Actress_win #Kriti #Sanon
