O Romeo Advance Booking: Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri’s upcoming film O Romeo is facing a slow start at the box office, at least in terms of early ticket sales. The film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, has recorded a muted response in advance bookings ahead of its theatrical release on February 13, 2026.
According to the latest trade data, just over 21,000 tickets have been sold nationwide so far. These numbers suggest that the film may open in the single-digit crore range. For a movie led by Shahid Kapoor and releasing just before Valentine’s Day, the expectations were significantly higher.
O Romeo Advance Booking Report
By 3 pm today, O Romeo Advance Booking figures showed around 21,058 tickets sold across India. This has translated into roughly Rs 1.64 crore in gross advance booking revenue, including blocked seats. With two days still left before release, the film has time to pick up momentum. However, the current trend remains modest.
Valentine’s week is traditionally considered a strong window for romantic dramas and love stories. Even action thrillers with a romantic angle tend to benefit from the festive mood. Yet, O Romeo has not fully capitalised on that advantage (at least not yet).
The comparison with 2025’s Deva makes the situation clearer. As per Sacnilk data, Deva grossed Rs 3.29 crore through advance bookings before its release. That figure is nearly double O Romeo’s present tally.
For O Romeo to reach similar levels, ticket sales would need to jump by more than 130% in the final 48 hours. While last-minute surges are not uncommon, such a steep rise would require strong word-of-mouth, aggressive promotions, or a spike in audience interest.
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Trade analysts closely monitor advance bookings because they often indicate opening-day collections. Strong pre-sales usually signal excitement among moviegoers. On the other hand, slower bookings may hint at a cautious opening.
Despite the dull pre-sales, industry watchers are not ruling out a turnaround. Shahid Kapoor has previously delivered Valentine’s Day successes. His performance in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2023) showcased his continued appeal in romantic and relationship-driven stories.
Meanwhile, Sunny Deol’s Border 2 remains the advance booking leader of 2026 so far, with a reported Rs 12.5 crore gross. While O Romeo is unlikely to challenge that benchmark, it is expected to comfortably surpass Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3, which recorded Rs 1.16 crore in pre-sales.
About The Film
O Romeo draws inspiration from Hussain Zaidi’s book Mafia Queens of Mumbai. The film explores a darker, grittier side of romance set against the backdrop of Mumbai’s post-independence underworld.
Shahid Kapoor plays Hussain Ustara, a contract killer known for his calm demeanour and deadly precision. His weapon of choice—a barber’s razor—adds a chilling layer to the character. The story takes a dramatic turn when he becomes involved with Afsha, played by Triptii Dimri. Their relationship unfolds as a tense “revenge romance”.
The film features a strong supporting cast, including Nana Patekar as Ismail Khan, Avinash Tiwary as the antagonist Jalal, and Farida Jalal as Dadi. Special appearances by Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Disha Patani further boost its star power.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted the film an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate due to intense violence and mature themes. This marks Shahid Kapoor’s first R-rated theatrical release since Kabir Singh.
The film also faced a legal challenge from the family of the real Hussain Ustara, who objected to the portrayal. However, courts cleared the movie for release. With a runtime of 2 hours and 58 minutes, O Romeo now heads to cinemas amid cautious box office predictions.
Whether the film can recover through strong walk-in audiences and word-of-mouth remains to be seen.
