Cocktail 2 Song Controversy | Pritam Responds After Netizens Accuse Mashooqa Of Being Copied: Not Nice…

Mashooqa from Cocktail 2 has sparked a debate online, as several social media users allege that the new track borrows heavily from an Italian song released in 1993. Composer Pritam, however, has publicly dismissed the plagiarism allegation, even as the song gains attention for Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s on-screen pairing and Kriti Sanon’s bold styling.

The newly released Mashooqa is composed by Pritam and sung by Mahmood, Raghav Chaitanya, and Ruaa Kayy. The video features Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon in a dance-heavy sequence, which has received wide circulation on social media. Alongside the buzz around the visuals, many users claim its tune matches the Italian track Se So Arrubate A Nonna.

Mashooqa song Cocktail 2 plagiarism allegation and Pritam’s response

Responding to comparison with Se So Arrubate A Nonna, which came out in 1993, Pritam addressed the accusations through Instagram. Pritam wrote, "Every single of my song release comes with set of self-appointed music detectives, who have created a new genre called 'imaginary similarities' (sic)." Pritam added, "Same people, same 'inspired by' thesis. Boss, at this point you are my unpaid PR team. I just want to say guys NOT NICE (sic)." The comments suggest clear disagreement with the claims.

Mashooqa song Cocktail 2 plagiarism allegation and launch details

Before Mashooqa appeared online on Tuesday, the team behind Cocktail 2 held a special event on Sunday. At this launch, the makers screened two songs, Mashooqa and Tujhko, for the media. Tujhko was also briefly uploaded by Rashmika on social media platforms, but the post was later deleted without any official explanation.

Mashooqa song Cocktail 2 plagiarism allegation and film release plans

The song Tujhko ends with a key update for fans of Cocktail 2, revealing the trailer release schedule. The makers confirm that the trailer will arrive on May 29, 2026, following three song launches. This timing aims to build steady interest around the film ahead of its theatrical rollout.

Cocktail 2 is directed by Homi Adajania and is scheduled to release in cinemas on June 19, 2026. The film is described as a spiritual sequel to Cocktail, the 2012 drama featuring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. That earlier film performed well at the box office, and attention now turns to how Cocktail 2 and Mashooqa will be received amid the plagiarism discussion.