Kriti Sanon Unveils Insights on 'Cocktail 2' at Summit 2026
Kriti Sanon at Times Now Summit 2026
On March 27, Kriti Sanon graced the second day of the Times Now Summit 2026 held in Delhi. Celebrating her 12-year journey and 20 films in the Hindi film industry, the actress is excited to present her most daring role yet. During a discussion with Heena Gambhir, Anchor & News Editor, she shared insights about her upcoming project, Cocktail 2, a romantic drama featuring Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna.
Details on Cocktail 2
Kriti Sanon shares details about Cocktail 2
At the summit, Kriti clarified that Cocktail 2 is neither a sequel nor a remake of the 2012 film starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. She emphasized, “It’s a franchise,” adding that while it carries a similar vibe to the original, it tells a distinct story with unique characters. Kriti explained, “There are two girls and one boy. The language and vibe are in a similar zone, similar world—but a very different story and very different characters. There’s absolutely no relation to Cocktail otherwise, except that it has a mix—a cocktail—of emotions, friendship, drama, music, and amazing locations.”
Kriti Sanon on Her Co-Stars
Kriti Sanon on Cocktail 2 co-stars
Discussing her rapport with Shahid and Rashmika, Kriti remarked, “Shahid and I share amazing chemistry, even in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. I’ve really enjoyed working with Rashmika too—she’s a wonderful person.” A viral synopsis describes Cocktail 2 as “a modern look at love, friendship, and emotional entanglements,” continuing the original's exploration of relationships in a vibrant, contemporary setting, following new characters through romance and conflict.
About Times Now Summit 2026
About Times Now Summit 2026
The Times Now Summit 2026 is recognized as one of India's premier platforms for leadership and innovation. It gathers top policymakers, global strategists, industry leaders, and changemakers to influence the future of the nation. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Times Now @20 & Shaping India @100,” signifies a moment of reflection and a vision for the future as India nears its centenary of independence. Over the last two decades, Times Now has significantly contributed to accountability and national discourse, and the summit aims to build on that legacy with actionable ideas to propel India towards becoming a Viksit Bharat and a prominent voice in the Global South.