Who Is the Highest-Paid Actor in Cocktail 2? Shahid, Kriti and Rashmika Compared

Cocktail 2 Cast Fees: Shahid Kapoor Reportedly Earns More Than Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna

Cocktail 2 has emerged as one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases of 2026, with fans eagerly awaiting the romantic drama’s arrival in theatres. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, the film has generated considerable buzz, and reports about the lead actors’ remuneration have now become a talking point.

Directed by Homi Adajania, the film is a follow-up to the 2012 hit Cocktail, which featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty in pivotal roles.

According to reports, Shahid Kapoor has emerged as the highest-paid star of Cocktail 2. The actor is said to have charged approximately Rs 35 crore for the project. In comparison, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna have reportedly received around Rs 15 crore each for their respective roles.

The film reportedly centres on three characters—Kunal, Ellie and Diya—whose lives become intertwined through friendship, love and emotional conflict. With a star-studded cast and a reported budget of nearly Rs 80 crore, Cocktail 2 is being positioned as one of the year’s major commercial entertainers.

The movie also reunites Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon after their successful collaboration in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. Rashmika Mandanna’s inclusion has further heightened interest in the project.

Reports suggest the makers are likely to unveil the film’s trailer in the first week of June. The lead cast has already begun promotional activities ahead of the release.

Cocktail 2 is scheduled to release in cinemas on June 19.