Saif Ali Khan reveals why Ranbir Kapoor and Imran Khan rejected 'Cocktail': 'They couldn't get a hero because Veronica's role was so delicious'
- Posted on June 20, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Saif Ali Khan reveals why Ranbir Kapoor and Imran Khan rejected 'Cocktail': 'They couldn't get a hero because Veronica's role was so delicious'
As 'Cocktail 2', starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, hits theatres, fans of the franchise can't help but look back fondly at the original 2012 film featuring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. While the first 'Cocktail' remains a beloved take on modern relationships, not many know that Saif Ali Khan wasn't the first choice as Gautam.
