Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon, is set for a theatrical release on June 19. A few days ago, at the music launch event in Mumbai, while posing for the paparazzi, Shahid was seen placing his hand on Rashmika’s shoulder; however, she quickly moved back, sparking allegations of her being uncomfortable, after the video went viral on social media. While fans debated the brief interaction, neither actor publicly addressed the viral clip at the time.
Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna clear air over viral clip at Cocktail 2 music launch event
Days later, on Friday, May 29, the trio joined to promote Cocktail 2, and while posing together, Shahid took a playful dig at Rashmika for the incident and moved back, leaving Kriti in splits. Rashmika, however, took it sportingly and responded with a smile and could also be heard telling him that she did not mean anything by it, making it clear that there was no awkwardness between the two amid the claims on social media.
As the latest clips continue to circulate online, the playful exchange between Shahid and Rashmika has become one of the most talked-about moments from the event, showcasing the comfortable and friendly equation the two stars share both on and off screen.
Pritam Reacts To Cocktail 2 Mashooqa Plagiarism Allegations
Recently, Cocktail 2 makers released their latest song, Mashooqa; however, netizens alleged that the tune of the song was copied from a 1993 Italian track, Se So Arrubate A Nonna. Later, Pritam addressed these allegations on social media and expressed his displeasure over them.
Taking to his Instagram handle, he wrote, “Every single one of my song releases comes with a set of self-appointed music detectives, who have created a new genre called ‘imaginary similarities’. Same people, same ‘inspired by’ thesis.. Boss, at this point, you are my unpaid PR team..I just want to say guys, NOT NICE.”
Directed by Homi Adajania, Cocktail 2 is the sequel to the 2012 film Cocktail and features Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty in lead roles.