Bengaluru: Actress Rashmika Mandanna is set to take her Cocktail 2 co-star Kriti Sanon on a guided tour of Bengaluru as part of the promotional campaign for their upcoming film.
The special outing is scheduled ahead of the film’s release on June 19 and will offer Kriti a chance to experience the city through Rashmika’s eyes. The actress, who hails from Karnataka, plans to introduce her co-star to some of her favourite local spots and cherished memories associated with Bengaluru.
Exploring Bengaluru’s local flavours
The tour is expected to include visits to popular coffee houses, traditional South Indian eateries and neighbourhood locations that hold personal significance for Rashmika.
Sources associated with the promotional campaign said the actress wanted to showcase a more authentic side of Bengaluru beyond its well-known landmarks.
The initiative is aimed at highlighting the city’s culture, food and lifestyle while strengthening the film’s promotional outreach ahead of its theatrical release.
Friendship becomes part of promotions
The Bengaluru outing is also being seen as an extension of the camaraderie that Rashmika and Kriti have displayed during the film’s promotional events.
Their interactions at media appearances and public engagements have attracted attention from fans, with many praising the chemistry and friendship between the two actresses.
The makers are expected to incorporate moments from the city tour into the broader promotional campaign for the film.
Cocktail 2 brings a fresh story
Directed by Homi Adajania and written by Luv Ranjan and Tarun Jain, Cocktail 2 serves as a spiritual successor to the 2012 hit film Cocktail.
However, the new film features an entirely fresh storyline and a new set of characters rather than continuing the original narrative.
The project is produced by Dinesh Vijan, Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under the banners of Maddock Films and Luv Films.
Story explores modern relationships
Cocktail 2 is described as a contemporary romantic comedy-drama exploring themes of love, friendship and heartbreak.
The narrative revolves around three young adults whose relationships evolve from friendship into romance, leading to emotional complications and unexpected challenges.
The film aims to capture the complexities of modern relationships while blending humour, romance and drama.
With the release date approaching, the Bengaluru tour is expected to add a personal touch to the film’s promotions, offering fans a glimpse into Rashmika Mandanna’s connection with her home city while celebrating her friendship with Kriti Sanon.