Shahid Kapoor's Cocktail 2 Receives 'A' Certificate, Marking First for Kriti Sanon and Second for Rashmika Mandanna The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate to Cocktail 2, a spiritual follow-up to the 2012 romantic comedy Cocktail. This marks a significant milestone for the film’s lead actors, with Kriti Sanon becoming the first among them to receive such a rating, while Rashmika Mandanna joins her second adult-rated film after Animal (2023). Directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Dinesh Vijan, the sequel stars Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna in pivotal roles. The film is set to premiere in theaters on June 19, following its certification just days before its release. Cocktail 2 continues the legacy of the original 2012 film, which starred Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. While the new installment introduces a fresh cast, it maintains the spirit of its predecessor by exploring themes of relationships and modern romance. The film’s runtime of 150 minutes—just four minutes longer than the original Cocktail (146 minutes)—reflects its expanded narrative and deeper character development. Adajania, who also directed the original, has returned to helm the sequel, though the cast is entirely new. The original film remains celebrated for its contemporary take on relationships and its iconic music album, which continues to resonate with audiences. For Kriti Sanon, Cocktail 2 represents a departure from her previous work, which has primarily focused on family-friendly dramas such as Heropanti (2014), Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017), Mimi (2021), and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024). This marks her first adult-rated film, signaling a shift in her career trajectory.#rashmika_mandanna #shahid_kapoor #kriti_sanon #hom_i_adajania #dinesh_vijan
