Sajid Nadiadwala’s O’Romeo, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, hit theaters on February 13, perfectly timed for the Valentine’s Day weekend. This film marks a significant collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj, who previously joined forces on hits like Kaminey and Haider. Alongside them, Triptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, and Farida Jalal take on key roles, adding depth to the narrative. The box office results are in, showcasing a promising start for the film.
On its first day, O’Romeo garnered an impressive Rs 9.01 crore nett in India. This collaboration between Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor has made a remarkable impact, marking Shahid’s highest day-one earnings since the pandemic began.
The film is receiving acclaim for its gripping action-drama, intricate romance, and an outstanding ensemble cast featuring Nana Patekar, Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Disha Patani. Audiences have responded positively to the on-screen chemistry between Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, with the film’s music and background score enhancing its charm.
With Valentine’s weekend approaching and positive word-of-mouth circulating, O’Romeo is anticipated to see an increase in ticket sales, positioning itself as a top choice for cinema-goers.
In a heartfelt message ahead of the film’s release, Shahid Kapoor expressed his appreciation for Vishal Bhardwaj, thanking him for crafting yet another unforgettable character in O’Romeo. On his Instagram Stories, he wrote, “This is from me as an actor for this man vishalrbhardwaj… Thank you for OROMEO!! Another character etched in my filmography. So proud, so happy, and so grateful ❤️.”
After wrapping up the filming, Shahid also shared his excitement, stating, “And it’s a WRAP. My 4th collaboration with this special man vishalrbhardwaj. Excitement levels are off the charts. Our soon-to-be-announced film is complete. As always, it’s a new world and a wildly different character for me to embody.”
He further praised his co-stars, saying, “This post can’t be complete without mentioning the stellar cast, especially tripti_dimri, with whom I had a blast. Watch out for her performance. Thank you, iamnanapatekar, for those layered scenes and official_farida_jalal ji for your warmth. Avinash, can’t reveal much, but your drive playlist was a highlight. Disha, we nailed those two songs together and I can’t wait to collaborate again!”