Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna to star in a new romantic comedy, following their *Cocktail 2* collaboration, with filming set for later in 2026.

Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna are set to reunite for a new romantic comedy directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, following their collaboration in the upcoming *Cocktail 2*. The untitled film, produced by Jio Studios and The Vermilion World, will mark a more emotionally nuanced take on romance compared to *Cocktail 2*. The project is scheduled to begin filming later this year, with *Cocktail 2* set for a September 2026 release. This strategic scheduling, following Shahid Kapoor’s February 2026 film *O’ Romeo*, aims to ensure each movie stands out commercially. Rashmika, already active in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil cinema, continues expanding her Bollywood presence amid growing industry trends of South actresses taking on Hindi roles for wider reach.