Cocktail 2 Buzz: Rashmika Mandanna’s Fun-Filled BTS from Italy’s Jab Talak Shoot Goes Viral—Spot Shahid & Kriti Too

Rashmika Mandanna will appear in the Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon-starrer Cocktail 2. Before the film’s release, she shared a playful behind-the-scenes video from the shoot for the song “Jab Talak” in Italy. Watch it here right now, please. Fans of Rashmika Mandanna are waiting to watch her in a fresh avatar in Homi Adajania’s Cocktail 2. The romantic comedy also stars Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, adding to the excitement.

The film has already created significant buzz and promises to reinvent the beloved franchise with a modern twist, blending romance, drama, and lively entertainment. Before the release, Rashmika shared a behind-the-scenes video from the Jab Talak shoot in Italy that offered fans a glimpse of her.

Rashmika Mandanna shares behind-the-scenes clip from Jab Talak shoot in Italy

On Thursday, the Animal actress took to her official Instagram handle to share a preview of the upcoming film with fans. The clip, shot in Sicily, Italy, shows the team filming the song Jab Talak. It captures the trio at ease, dancing between takes, laughing together, and soaking in the shoot’s vibrant atmosphere. Brief moments also reveal Rashmika’s co-stars Shahid and Kriti enjoying the warm Sicilian sun during breaks, giving viewers a cheerful behind-the-scenes look at their camaraderie on set.

Rashmika, portraying Diya in the film, shared the video along with a note written from her character’s perspective. She called the experience a blend of spontaneous dancing, endless laughter, and occasional chaos that unexpectedly aligned beautifully on screen. She also suggested that Diya is someone genuinely embracing life, a feeling viewers will fully grasp after watching the film in theaters.

She also discussed Shahid and Kriti’s roles, calling them her companions in dance and playful troublemaking. She said their trio hardly ever shared a serious moment, even when circumstances required it, which amplified the lively chaos and enjoyment during filming, making the entire atmosphere on set energetic, humorous, and full of spontaneous fun for everyone involved in the project overall.

The post swiftly sparked reactions from fans, many delighted to see her carefree side during the shoot. Admirers filled the comments section, praising her vibrant energy, natural charm, and lively presence. Heart emoticons flooded the post as supporters expressed affection, appreciation, and excitement over her candid moments and engaging personality.

Cocktail 2 marks Rashmika’s first release after marrying Vijay Deverakonda earlier this year. The couple wed in February 2026 and hosted a grand Hyderabad reception in March, attended by several industry figures, including Kriti Sanon, Karan Johar, and Homi Adajania, celebrating their union with friends and colleagues from across cinema.

Rashmika Mandanna’s work front

Meanwhile on the work front, Rashmika was last seen in The Girlfriend opposite Dheekshith Shetty. She will be next seen in Cocktail 2, hitting the theaters on June 19. The actress will be collaborating with her husband Vijay Deverakonda for the Telugu period drama – Ranaabali – helmed by Rahul Sankirtyan.