The digital world is currently under a “Kriti-fied” spell. Following the highly anticipated release of the Cocktail 2 trailer today, April 8, 2026, social media – specifically X (formerly Twitter) – has been set ablaze. While the film features a star-studded trio including Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, the internet seems to have eyes for only one person: Kriti Sanon.
The Kriti Sanon Fever
Within minutes of the 1st song drop, hashtags like #KritiSanon, #AllyInCocktail2, and #KritiSlaying began trending at the top spots globally. The song introduces Kriti as ‘Ally,’ and her transformation has left fans stunned. Sporting a bold, sun-kissed look and a wardrobe that defines modern “summer chic,” Kriti appears to have captured the “cool-girl” essence that Deepika Padukone famously brought to the original Cocktail.
Twitter users are flooding timelines with screenshots of her entry scene, with many calling it her “most glamorous avatar yet.” One viral tweet read: “Kriti Sanon isn’t just in the movie; she IS the movie. Every frame she’s in belongs to her.”
In a surprising turn of events, Rashmika Mandanna, who plays ‘Diya‘ in the film, is receiving significantly less traction online. Despite her massive Pan-India “National Crush” status, the conversation around her role in the trailer has been notably muted compared to the Kriti-mania.
While Rashmika looks vibrant and brings her signature charm to the screen, fans are pointing out that the trailer’s editing and styling seem to heavily favor Kriti’s character arc. Some fans expressed disappointment, with one user noting: “Rashmika is a great actor, but where is her screen time? The trailer feels like a Kriti Sanon showreel.”
It centers around a modern-day mess of love and friendship set against the stunning backdrops of Sicily. Shahid Kapoor (as Kunal) displays effortless chemistry with both leading ladies, but the “Kriti-Shahid” dynamic is currently the most debated topic among shippers.
Adding to the hype is the snippet of the first song, Jab Talak, composed by Pritam. The track, which echoes the carefree vibe of Tumhi Ho Bandhu, is already being used in thousands of “Kriti-edit” reels.
As the road to the June 19 release begins, it’s clear that Kriti Sanon has taken the first lead in this promotional race. Whether Rashmika’s character will have a “hidden” depth that surprises audiences in the full film remains to be seen, but for now, Twitter belongs to Ally.