Cocktail 2 recovers half its 150 crore cost before release

The upcoming Bollywood film "Cocktail 2" has reportedly recouped half of its substantial budget through pre-release deals, positioning it as one of the most expensive romantic comedies in Hindi cinema history. The film, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on June 19, 2026.

According to industry reports, the film's total budget, including production, actor fees, and marketing, is approximately 150 crore rupees. A breakdown indicates that production costs account for about 95 crore rupees, while the combined fees for the three lead actors total 35 crore rupees. An additional 20 crore rupees has been allocated for print and publicity. Insiders familiar with the production stated that about 50 percent of this budget has already been recovered through pre-sales of streaming, satellite, and music rights.

Producer Dinesh Vijan and his banner Maddock Films, in collaboration with Luv Ranjan's Luv Films, have positioned the project as a major cinematic event. A source close to the production said the film is not being treated as just another romantic comedy but has been mounted like a big-screen entertainer. The...