Ever since the makers unveiled the trailer of 'Cocktail 2', social media has been buzzing with reactions. The film, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, arrives nearly 14 years after 'Cocktail' became a fan-favourite with its mix of romance, friendship, heartbreak and chartbuster music. While the trailer has generated curiosity, many viewers appear unconvinced by what they have seen so far, with comparisons to the original film dominating online discussions.Expectations were sky-high for 'Cocktail 2'When 'Cocktail' released in 2012, it struck a chord with audiences thanks to the performances of Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. The film's contemporary take on relationships, memorable soundtrack and Deepika's portrayal of Veronica turned it into one of the most talked-about films of the year. Naturally, the announcement of a sequel created excitement among fans eager to see whether the franchise could recreate the same magic.Fans' reaction to 'Cocktail 2' trailerSoon after the trailer launch, several social media users expressed disappointment with the performances and overall tone of the film.One viewer wrote, "Kriti and Rashmika are giving tough competition to each other in who'll act worse, and Shahid was just there like adding nothing at all. No emotional hook & fun in whole trailer." Another user criticised the writing and humour, posting, "#Cocktail2Trailer is verbose, incoherent & is riddled with CHEAP Whatsapp jokes. Dialogues just ramble on without making much sense. Even the story seems too FLAWED at the base level."Apart from the trailer itself, Shahid Kapoor's presence in the lead role also became a topic of discussion among movie buffs.A social media user commented, "#Cocktail2 The Trailer is DISAPPOINTING, and #ShahidKapoor is looking Misfit for this character, #KritiSanon is Charming and soul of the Trailer, Rashmika is decent."While some viewers felt Shahid looked out of place in the role, others believed Kriti Sanon emerged as the strongest element of the trailer.Much of the criticism stemmed from inevitable comparisons with the first film.One disappointed fan wrote, "#Cocktail2Trailer is an absolute disaster! What a major disappointment. #Cocktail2. Instead of bringing back the mature, organic charm of the original film, this trailer looks like a forcefully made, loud, and soul-less project. Zero Chemistry. The leads look totally disconnected. The romance feels completely manufactured and lacks that natural spark from the first movie."Another echoed a similar sentiment, saying, "#Cocktail2Trailer is a major disappointment. The trailer feels completely disconnected from the soul of the original film. The chemistry between the leads looks weak, the dialogues are forgettable, and the emotional moments fail to create any impact. Even the music, which should have been a strong point for a film like this, sounds generic and uninspiring."Fans nostalgic for Saif Ali Khan's characterFor many viewers, what seemed to be missing most was the playful energy that Saif Ali Khan brought to the original film.One user summed up the sentiment by writing, "The goofiness vibe of Saif Ali Khan is missing here." The comment resonated with several fans who felt the new trailer lacked the effortless charm and humour that made the first film so memorable.Kriti Sanon fans remain loyal despite concernsInterestingly, even some fans of Kriti Sanon admitted they were not entirely sold on the trailer.One user posted, "Cocktail 2 trailer is bad, also why is everyone acting like that. Kriti, my girl, I will be there for you, but stop signing such mess."At the same time, a section of viewers praised the actress for bringing energy and screen presence to the trailer despite their reservations about the film itself.Mixed reactions for 'Cocktail 2', but curiosity remainsNot all responses were negative. Some viewers acknowledged that while the trailer felt unusual, they were still interested in watching the film. One social media user wrote, "Cocktail 2 trailer is weird! Any way i am still gonna watch i guess." Another remarked, "Cocktail 2 giving old Shahid Kapoor era."Whether the film manages to win over sceptics remains to be seen. For now, the trailer has succeeded in doing one thing: getting people talking. Whether those conversations translate into box-office success will become clear when 'Cocktail 2' arrives in cinemas later this month.