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          <lang class="3" style="Headline1" font="Chronicle Display" fontStyle="Roman" size="25">‘Cocktail 2’ revives iconic song ‘Tum Hi Ho Bandhu’ with a new twist</lang>
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        <lang class="3" style=".Bodylaser" font="Minion Pro" fontStyle="Regular" size="9">As the release of Cocktail 2 draws closer, the makers have unveiled a refreshed version of the iconic chartbuster “Tum Hi Ho Bandhu,” bringing back one of Bollywood’s most-loved party anthems for a new generation of listeners. The recreated track is expected to play a key role in the film’s music album and has already generated considerable excitement among fans.</lang>
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        <lang class="3" style=".Bodylaser" font="Minion Pro" fontStyle="Regular" size="9">Actor Shahid Kapoor, who headlines the sequel, shared the song on social media with a playful message announcing the film’s arrival. The much-awaited romantic entertainer is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 19. Originally featured in the 2012 blockbuster Cocktail, “Tum Hi Ho Bandhu” became an instant sensation. The song was composed by Pritam, penned by Irshad Kamil, and sung by Kavita Seth and Neeraj Shridhar. It was picturized on Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. For the sequel, music producer Abhijit Vaghani has recreated the track with contemporary arrangements while preserving its original spirit. He revealed that the goal was to retain the song’s timeless energy while introducing modern musical elements that appeal to today’s audiences. The release of the revamped anthem follows the launch of other tracks from the film, including “Tujhko,” “Vallah,” “Mashooqa,” and “Jab Talak,” all of which have contributed to the growing buzz around the project. Serving as a spiritual successor to the original romantic drama, Cocktail 2 aims to recreate the magic of its predecessor while presenting a fresh story for audiences. With the return of “Tum Hi Ho Bandhu,” the film has added another nostalgic element to its promotional campaign, further raising expectations ahead of its release.</lang>
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