Kriti Sanon should leave Rashmika Mandanna & Vijay Deverakonda alone; Here’s why Cocktail 2 director said this

In Hyderabad, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a lavish reception, drawing a crowd of celebrities. Among the attendees were Bollywood stars like Kriti Sanon, who is set to co-star with Rashmika in "Cocktail 2," and the film's director, Homi Adajania. Both Kriti and Homi shared glimpses of the celebration on social media, with Homi humorously urging Kriti to give the newlyweds some space.

Homi jokes about Kriti posing with Rashmika & Vijay

Homi posted a photo of Kriti Sanon with Rashmika and Vijay, captioning it, "Congrats, guys. Kriti Sanon, can you stay out of this?" Kriti responded with, "Hahahahaha... Never... Love them!" He also shared a photo of Rashmika and Kriti, adding, "Only love and happiness for you loons."

Rashmika & Vijay’s reception look

Vijay and Rashmika were seen together, arriving hand-in-hand to pose for the paparazzi. Rashmika wore a beautiful pink saree with a gold and black border, while Vijay matched her in an ivory Pattu Pancha set. They greeted the paparazzi and interacted with them at the event.

Rashmika enhanced her look with a layered gold necklace, large earrings, a hath phool, and a kamarband, complemented by a sleek hairstyle with red flowers. Her makeup was minimal, with sindoor and a bindi as highlights. Vijay accessorized with a thick chain, a watch, and a kada.

Vijay & Rashmika’s wedding

Vijay and Rashmika's relationship began during their collaborations in the 2018 film "Geetha Govindam" and the 2019 film "Dear Comrade." Although rumors of their relationship surfaced in 2022, they remained private about it. They got engaged in a private ceremony in Hyderabad in October 2025, attended only by close family and friends. The couple officially confirmed their relationship and marriage last Sunday.

After their wedding on Thursday morning, Vijay and Rashmika took to Instagram to post pictures from the wedding ceremony. Introducing to you now “My Husband”! Mr. Vijay Deverakonda!! The man who taught me what true love feels like, The man who showed me what being in peace feels like! wrote Rashmika.

About Cocktail 2

Shahid Kapoor is rumored to be joining the cast, potentially adding a third angle to the storyline. The film is expected to offer a fresh perspective on modern relationships, with a captivating love triangle at its heart. However, the filmmakers have yet to release an official statement about the plot details.

Though "Cocktail 2"'s premiere date remains unconfirmed, MidDay indicates a September launch. This deliberate scheduling, occurring roughly half a year after Shahid Kapoor's "O'Romeo," provides each film its own spotlight, allowing audiences to appreciate Shahid's versatility.