Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon’s Cocktail 2 has made headlines for its strong box office performance despite mixed reviews. The film has managed to connect with audiences, and that support has helped it grow steadily over the opening weekend. Let’s take a look at the day-wise box office collection of Cocktail 2.
How much did Cocktail 2 earn at the box office?
The romantic comedy opened with Rs 13.50 crore on day 1 and collected Rs 16.25 crore on day 2. On its third day, Sunday, it reportedly earned Rs 17.75 crore, taking its total India collection in three days to Rs 47.50 crore. That figure has made Cocktail 2 the fourth biggest opening film of the year. It has also outperformed Shahid Kapoor’s 2025 film Deva, which had a lifetime domestic gross of Rs 34.37 crore.
Cocktail performed brilliantly on the opening weekend and by earning Rs 47.50 crore, it has become the fourth biggest opening film of the year by beating six films of the year, including ‘Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai’ and ‘O Romeo’.
Highest opening films of 2026:
Dhurandhar 2 – Rs 466 crores
Border 2 – Rs 129.89 crore
Bhoot Bangla – Rs 65.65 crores
Cocktail 2 – Rs 47.50 crore
O’Romeo – Rs 34.51 crore
Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai – Rs 28.51 crores
Ikkis – Rs 22.05 crore
Pati Patni Aur Voh Do – Rs 20.11 crores
Mardaani 3 – Rs 17.25 crore
Raja Shivaji (Hindi) – Rs 16.4 crore
How did Cocktail 2 perform?
What stands out most is the film’s momentum. Instead of slowing down after release, it gained strength through word of mouth. Viewers seem to have responded well to the performances, the music, and the story’s emotional appeal. In the current box office climate, that kind of growth is important. A film that begins strongly and holds attention through the weekend often has a better chance of performing well in the weeks ahead.
Where does the story take place?
Directed by Homi Adajania, the film follows Kunal and Diya, who have been in love since college but do not want to get married. During a trip to Sicily, they meet Diya’s friend Elli, and the story unfolds through several twists and turns.
When was Cocktail 2 released?
The film was released in theatres on June 19 and quickly became one of the biggest talking points at the box office. Produced by Dinesh Vijan, Luv Ranjan, Pramita R. Vijan, and Ankur Garg, the film features music by Pritam and lyrics mainly written by Amitabh Bhattacharya.
