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Cocktail 2 draws strong start, Bengaluru leads with 20%+ occupancy

The Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna film opened with Rs 13.10 crore net on Friday and is seeing a 9.5% morning occupancy on Saturday, while Bengaluru posted over 20% attendance.

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Cocktail 2 opening collection: Cocktail 2 draws strong start, Bengaluru leads with 20%+ occupancy
Cocktail 2 draws a strong start at the box office, with Bengaluru leading the way. Photo by imgs.etvbharat.com
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  • 1Cocktail 2 opened with Rs 13.10 crore net on Friday.
  • 2Saturday morning occupancy sits at about 9.5%, with Bengaluru topping 20%+.
  • 3PVR Inox and Cinepolis together contributed close to Rs 1 crore net by 10 a.m.

Cocktail 2 opened Friday with a Rs 13.10 crore net debut. The Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna starrer is already showing promising signs for the weekend, as early Saturday numbers suggest continued growth across urban multiplexes. Produced by Maddock Films, the movie has capitalized on its star power to draw crowds immediately upon release.

Cocktail 2's Day 1 launch sets solid foundation

The film’s first‑day earnings of Rs 13.10 crore net gave it a healthy start at the India box office, confirming that the star‑packed cast is drawing audiences to the big screen. The bulk of that revenue is coming from the country’s major multiplex chains, with PVR Inox and Cinepolis together contributing close to Rs 1 crore net by mid‑morning on Saturday. This reliance on top‑tier chains highlights that the movie is finding its footing primarily among city‑based viewers rather than mass single‑screen centers.

By 10 a.m. on Saturday, the movie had added roughly Rs 1.54 crore net to its tally, maintaining a morning occupancy of about 9.5%. While the early‑day figures mirror Friday’s morning performance, advance ticket sales and spot bookings hint at a stronger push for the afternoon, evening and night shows.

Bengaluru emerges as early lead

Among the key urban markets, Bengaluru is standing out. The city recorded a morning occupancy of more than 20%, outpacing Mumbai in the same time slot. This surge underscores the film’s appeal beyond the traditional Mumbai‑Delhi‑UP circuit, showing that regional audiences are also eager to watch the latest Bollywood offering. Typically, the northern circuits drive box office numbers for Hindi cinema, but the strong turnout in the southern tech hub indicates a wider geographical reach for this specific release.

Industry observers expect the momentum to carry through the rest of the day, with the possibility of a strong Saturday total that could further cement Cocktail 2’s weekend position. If the evening and night shows sustain the current trend, the film could finish the weekend on a high note, reinforcing its early‑week success. The trajectory suggests that the film is on track to hold steady or improve, provided the urban audience continues to turn out for the remaining screenings.

Frequently asked questions

What was the net opening day collection of Cocktail 2 in India?

Cocktail 2 opened with a Rs 13.10 crore net collection on its first Friday, according to the article's body text.

How much did Cocktail 2 earn by 10 a.m. on Saturday?

By 10 a.m. on Saturday the film added roughly Rs 1.54 crore net to its total earnings, as stated in the body.

Which city showed the highest morning occupancy for Cocktail 2?

Bengaluru recorded a morning occupancy of more than 20%, the highest among the urban markets mentioned in the article.

What was the morning occupancy percentage for Cocktail 2 on Saturday?

The movie had about a 9.5% morning occupancy across multiplexes on Saturday, as reported in the body text.

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