Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna's Cocktail 2 Delhi shoot POSTPONED amid pollution crisis and blast aftermath

The Cocktail 2 shoot has reportedly been delayed in the nation's capital, causing makers to reschedule the filming of the eagerly anticipated sequel. Two major concerns—the worrisome increase in air pollution and the heightened security following a recent blast in the city—led to the abrupt halt of the Delhi portion of the shoot, which features Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna.

Original Delhi schedule postponed following Europe wrap

As per a report in the Hindustan Times, after wrapping up production in Europe on November 12, the cast and crew were supposed to begin a seven-day schedule in Delhi. But for now, these plans are on hold. Multiple public safety concerns prompted the decision, according to sources close to the production team.

City officials said that poor air quality and security concerns were the main reasons for the delay.

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Reschedule planned for December

The insider added, "Well, the air pollution crisis is one of the reasons. And then the heightened tension after the Delhi blast has also led to the decision. The team had also planned a schedule in the Old Delhi area… So, there are multiple reasons that have added to the reason behind the decision. That being said, the Delhi schedule is not cancelled but just pushed. The makers are now planning to do the shoot in December, if all goes well."

A strong explosion near the Red Fort metro station on Monday night prompted the increased security measures. Officials report that a car explosion claimed 13 lives and injured 12 others. The incident has prompted the issuance of citywide security alerts, thereby complicating the organisation of large-scale outdoor shootings.

Filming locations under review

Originally, the team planned to film in several heavily populated parts of the nation's capital. A source acknowledged that the team had planned to shoot across various parts of Delhi, including the university area, South Delhi, and Central Delhi. But the new dates have not been set in stone yet. The makers have not finalised the dates yet. The decision-makers will review the issue again at the end of this month.

Cocktail 2 follows in the footsteps of Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty's 2012 smash romantic comedy of the same name. Homi Adajania directs the sequel, which introduces a new cast.

Cocktail 2 star cast

Although they collaborated on the 2024 film Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, this is the first production in which Rashmika Mandanna will co-star with Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon.

Veronica (Padukone), a carefree party girl, Gautam (Khan), a London-based flirt, and Meera (Penty), a more conventional Indian woman, all became emotionally involved in the first film, which examined their tangled friendship.

Production to monitor conditions before rescheduling

The production crew will monitor the weather and safety conditions in Delhi during November before deciding to reschedule the shoot for December.

FAQs:

Q: Why was the Cocktail 2 Delhi shoot postponed?

A: The Delhi filming schedule for Cocktail 2 was postponed due to a combination of factors: the alarming rise in air pollution levels in the capital, and heightened security concerns following a recent blast near the Red Fort metro station.

Q: When was the Cocktail 2 Delhi shoot originally scheduled?

A: The cast, including Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, was originally scheduled to begin a seven-day filming schedule in Delhi starting on November 12.

Q: When will the Cocktail 2 Delhi shoot take place now?

A: The Delhi schedule is not cancelled, only pushed. The makers are now reportedly planning to conduct the shoot in December, pending an assessment of the situation regarding pollution and security. A final decision will be made towards the end of the month.