Lesbian romance in ‘Cocktail 2’? Kriti Sanon responds at Mumbai trailer launch event

Kriti Sanon has addressed the ongoing buzz around her upcoming film ‘Cocktail 2’, which also features Rashmika Mandanna and Shahid Kapoor. The project has been generating curiosity for months, with speculation in the media suggesting that Kriti and Rashmika might be seen playing a same-s*x couple in the romantic drama.At the trailer launch of ‘Cocktail 2’ held on Tuesday, Kriti addressed the ongoing rumours surrounding the film and its characters. She pushed back against the speculation and said, "It is really sad because, as Dinesh Vijan said, do ladke hote hain toh bromance ho jata hai, and do ladkiyaan hoti hain, toh somehow people don't want to believe they can be friends. Yaa toh inn mein rivalry hai, ya toh kuch aur chal raha hai."Furthermore, director Homi Adajania clarified the speculation around ‘Cocktail 2’, explaining that the rumours are not based on the film’s storyline. He said that Kriti and Rashmika share a friendly bond off-screen and often behave in an affectionate, playful manner. He added that he once hypothetically imagined a scenario where the story could revolve around them, with Shahid as a “third wheel.” “I would not mind,” he said, while confirming that ‘Cocktail 2’ does not feature any lesbian storyline.Directed by Homi Adajania, ‘Cocktail 2’ remains one of the most talked-about upcoming Bollywood films this year. With ongoing speculation about its storyline, Kriti’s recent comments have only heightened audience interest. However, the truth behind the rumours will be revealed only when the film releases in theatres.‘Cocktail 2’ is a spiritual follow-up to the 2012 hit Cocktail, which originally starred Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. The sequel is slated to arrive in cinemas on June 19.