After its theatrical release, Cocktail 2 is now among the films that many viewers are waiting to stream at home. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, the romantic drama has remained in discussion ever since it arrived in cinemas. While the film received mixed reviews from audiences, its performances and the chemistry between the lead actors have kept interest alive.If you skipped the film in theatres or are planning to watch it again, here's what is known so far about its OTT release.Cocktail 2 OTT release: Platform and expected streaming dateThe makers have not officially announced the OTT release date for Cocktail 2 yet. However, several media reports claim that Netflix has acquired the film's post-theatrical streaming rights.If reports are accurate, the film is expected to make its digital debut sometime between late July and early August 2026. However, neither the filmmakers nor Netflix has confirmed the timeline so far. An official announcement is still awaited.What is Cocktail 2 about?Despite its title, Cocktail 2 is not a direct sequel to the 2012 film Cocktail, which featured Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan, and Diana Penty. Instead, it is a spiritual follow-up with an entirely new story and a fresh set of characters.Directed by Homi Adajania, the film centres on Kunal (Shahid Kapoor) and Diya (Rashmika Mandanna), a couple who have been together for a long time but are still unsure about taking the next step in their relationship.The two travel to Sicily to get away from wedding discussions and family pressure. During the trip, they meet Diya's university friend Ally (Kriti Sanon). Things begin to change after Diya, who struggles with insecurity, asks Ally to flirt with Kunal to test whether he is truly loyal.What starts as a harmless plan slowly becomes complicated when Ally develops real feelings for Kunal. The situation turns into an emotional love triangle, bringing misunderstandings, heartbreak and questions about trust, commitment and relationships.Cast of Cocktail 2The film features Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Dimple Kapadia, Boman Irani and Pankaj Tripathi, who play important parts in the story.