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Kriti Sanon chooses Deepika Padukone’s Veronica; but says Cocktail 2 ‘completely different’ | Bollywood News

Kriti Sanon chooses Deepika Padukone’s Veronica; but says Cocktail 2 ‘completely different’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readBengaluruJun 26, 2026 11:37 AM IST Cocktail 2 star Kriti Sanon has addressed inevitable comparisons with Deepika Padukone’s iconic Veronica from the 2012 film Cocktail. Kriti revealed why she would have loved to play Veronica in the first Cocktail, while making it clear that her character, Ally, is a completely different personality with her own journey. Kriti picks Veronica over Meera During a recent interaction with Filmfare, Kriti Sanon was asked which role she would have chosen if she were a part of the original Cocktail—Diana Penty’s Meera or Deepika Padukone’s Veronica. Without hesitation, Kriti Sanon chose Veronica, saying, “Veronica, definitely. Veronica had a lot of depth and damage. There was a whole arc and many layers to her character. It was a slightly edgier role for that time.” On comparisons with Deepika Padukone With Kriti playing the female lead in Cocktail 2, comparisons with Deepika Padukone’s memorable performance have already begun. However, the actor says she isn’t bothered by them. “No, I’m not, actually. Do I expect it? Yes, I do. It’s …

Kriti Sanon reacts to response for Cocktail 2: I knew it would be compared to Cocktail 1; my character was not Veronica

Kriti Sanon reacts to response for Cocktail 2: I knew it would be compared to Cocktail 1; my character was not Veronica

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It began in 2024 and has continued well into 2026 — Kriti Sanon’s successful run at the movies shows no signs of slowing down. It started with Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, followed by the heist comedy Crew and a darker turn in Do Patti. 2025 brought the intense love story Tere Ishk Mein, and now, the breezy Cocktail 2. Kriti Sanon When we point out that she seems content staying out of the rat race and away from social media rivalries, she says she is “actually very competitive”. She says, “When I see someone doing well, I feel like I also want to do well. Competition motivates me to do better. I feel like it also comes at a certain point in your career that you have a sense of security with yourself.” Things changed for the better, especially in 2021, she adds: “The validation that Mimi (2021) gave me, whether from the audience or through the National Award, made me feel like I had finally proved my talent and could now explore …

‘I’ve been told you might misunderstand’

‘I’ve been told you might misunderstand’

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4 min readMumbaiUpdated: May 26, 2026 09:30 AM IST Director Imtiaz Ali has cleared the air on his recent remark on former longtime collaborator, actor Deepika Padukone. While promoting his upcoming period romantic drama Main Vaapas Aaunga, the filmmaker recalled how he cast Deepika against type as Veronica in Homi Adajania’s 2012 hit romantic comedy Cocktail. The film was written by Imtiaz. He said that Deepika had a “good girl” image at the time; however, now “people have seen through the facade. The director has clarified his intent. Imtiaz’s clarification Imtiaz took to his Instagram Stories on Monday night and wrote, “My dearest and loveliest @deepikapadukone you are my pal, my buddy, my safe option for humour, I think you will never misunderstand my wannabe fun remarks because you, more than anyone else, know how much I love you, appreciate you… but I have been told you might misunderstand and be hurt, so I am telling you, please don’t.” “To be mean to you iss janam mein toh possible nahi hai (is not possible at …

Spider-Man: Far From Home’s Jacob Batalon Proposes to GF Veronica Leahov 2 Months After Tom Holland-Zendaya Engagement

Spider-Man: Far From Home’s Jacob Batalon Proposes to GF Veronica Leahov 2 Months After Tom Holland-Zendaya Engagement

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Is Ben Affleck the Archie Andrews of Hollywood? X user explains why JLo is his Veronica, and Matt Damon Jughead | Hollywood

Is Ben Affleck the Archie Andrews of Hollywood? X user explains why JLo is his Veronica, and Matt Damon Jughead | Hollywood

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Nov 29, 2024 04:02 PM IST A post on X comparing Ben Affleck’s love life to that of iconic comic book character Archie Andrews has gone viral. The internet feels similarities are uncanny. Ben Affleck has had a rollercoaster love life over the years. But at some level, it’s all too familiar. An X user pointed out the uncanny similarities to the iconic comic book character of Archie Andrews. (Also Read: Ben Affleck appears cozy with Jennifer Garner on Thanksgiving, while Jennifer Lopez plans to have…) An X post compares Ben Affleck to Archie Andrews Ben Affleck is Archie Andrews The X user shared a publication’s post in which Ben could be seen hugging ex-wife Jennifer Garner at their family’s Thanksgiving lunch. The publication’s caption stated, “Ben Affleck cozies up to ex-wife Jennifer Garner on Thanksgiving amid Jennifer Lopez divorce: ‘He’s very happy’.” The user, while reposting, wrote in their caption, “Constantly juggling a beautiful diva, a kindhearted girl-next-door, and a sexually tense male friendship… none of us could ever understand an archie comic the …

Veronica in Paris: Suhana Khan shares photo dump from French capital | Bollywood

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We know that Suhana Khan was in Paris to support her BFF and fellow actor Ananya Panday as the Kho Gaye Hum Kahan actor made her international runway debut at the Paris Couture Week. Suhana has now shared her photo dump from the French capital. (Also Read: Suhana Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Ananya Panday: Indian celebs dazzle at Paris Fashion Week) Suhana Khan visited Paris for the Paris Couture Week Suhana’s photo dump Suhana took to her Instagram handle on Thursday to share a carousel of pictures from her Paris trip. These included many stills of her in various looks. One had her in a grey sweater with black leggings, accompanied by a brown sling bag. Another had her sitting by the window pane inside a cafe, enjoying a cup of coffee while wearing a sleeveless beige polo neck top and sunglasses. In another, she’s looking into the camera, wearing a white gown, with the Eiffel Tower lit up in the background. Stay tuned for all the latest updates on Ram Mandir! Click here There’s also …

The Archies: What makes Suhana Khan the perfect Veronica Lodge | Bollywood

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Suhana Khan had both the easiest and toughest role of the lot in Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies. She played Veronica Lodge, the sincere yet spoilt daughter of a rich, self-made businessman. As Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter, Suhana fits into that description quite well. But in the era where people love to hate on nepo babies, she had to make her individuality seen, heard, and felt – as both an actor and the character. Suhana Khan as Veronica Lodge in The Archies (Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan’s work ethic is also there in Suhana Khan, she doesn’t give up till she gets it right: Ganesh Hegde) Stay tuned with breaking news on HT Channel on Facebook. Join Now Coming-of-age Unlike previous Zoya Akhtar protagonists with daddy issues who came of age, Suhana wasn’t battling a casting coup. Farhan Akhtar’s Imran in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011) was abandoned by his free-spirited father (Naseeruddin Shah) when he was still in his mother’s womb. When he encounters him for the first time in Spain, he comes to terms …

Meet Archie, Veronica, Betty And Gang

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Have you met Veronica and Archie?(courtesy: zoieakhtar) New Delhi: Here’s your official invite to Riverdale – The adventures of Archie Andrews and his squad including Veronica, Betty, Jughead and Reggie, have been immortalised by several adaptions of films and cartoon series. The character Archie Andrews first appeared in the Pep Comics and gained insane popularity in as a standalone character in the pop culture. The reason we brought this up today is because the makers of the Indian adaptation shared the character posters. Meet the stars of The Archies. Meet Archie Andrews – Agastya Nanda “The heartthrob of Riverdale who isn’t sure where his heart belongs. Guess we’ll find out on The Archies, coming soon only on Netflix.” Veronica – Suhana Khan The makers described Suhana Khan’s Veronica as “Sassy to classy and everything in between, the world better watch out for Veronica Lodge ’cause here she comes.” Khushi Kapoor As Betty Cooper Khushi Kapoor’s Betty “might be the girl next door but she’s not one to be taken granted for.” Can’t wait to meet …

Dhamaka, Veronica & the Vault Home Bar Festival

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Rage Coffee and Keventers combined forces to create Hazelnut Cold Coffee, which will be available across Keventers outlets in India. In Bengaluru, two coffee enthusiasts launched Wicked Coffee, combining cold brew and hot coffee flavours to create a range that includes salted popcorn, strawberry mocha, coconut, kesar malai, and cold brew mocktails (like kewra).  Bartenders in Goa, Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru across India were invited by Maya Pistola Agavepura to be part of its first bartending competition, Pistola Duels; the winners will walk away with Rs 1 lakh and other prizes. New eats Aditya Birla Group made its foray into the premium casual dining space with a collaboration with chef-restaurateur Rahul Akerkar. The Aditya Birla New Age (ABNA) will build premium casual dining restaurant chains across India, with food that is an ode to the chef’s mixed Indian & European parentage. In the 2nd edition of Goya’s ongoing partnership with Masque Lab, the spotlight is on Saee Koranne-Khandekar’s experimental and modernist take on Maharashtrian cuisine, scheduled for March 2nd & 3rd, featuring lesser known ingredients …