The promotional activities for Cocktail 2 have sparked significant interest, particularly following a viral interaction between Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. During a music launch event in Mumbai, Shahid was seen placing his hand on Rashmika's shoulder, which led to speculation about her discomfort. However, at a recent promotional event, Shahid humorously referenced the incident by stepping back from Rashmika, prompting laughter from Kriti Sanon. Rashmika responded positively, indicating there were no hard feelings. This exchange highlighted their friendly relationship amid social media debates. Additionally, the film's music composer Pritam addressed allegations that the song 'Mashooqa' was plagiarized from a 1993 Italian tune, expressing his frustration over the claims. Cocktail 2, directed by Homi Adajania, is a sequel to the 2012 film Cocktail and is set to release on June 19.