O Romeo Movie Review: The reunion of Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor has finally arrived in cinemas. O Romeo was released today (February 13), just ahead of the Valentine’s Day weekend. Fans rushed to theatres and social media platforms were quickly filled with first reactions.
O Romeo marks the fourth collaboration between Bhardwaj and Kapoor. The pair have previously delivered films known for intense performances and layered storytelling. This time, they return with a dark romantic action thriller inspired by Mafia Queens of Mumbai by Hussain Zaidi.
Set in post-independence Mumbai’s underworld, the film follows contract killer Hussain Ustara, played by Shahid Kapoor. Triptii Dimri plays Afsha, a woman driven by grief and revenge. Their story blends romance, violence and moral dilemmas.
As expected, viewers wasted no time sharing opinions online.
O Romeo Movie Review: What early viewers are saying
Early reactions on X (formerly Twitter) suggest mixed yet mostly positive feedback. Many viewers praised the performances, particularly Shahid Kapoor’s portrayal of a conflicted gangster.
One user shared his O Romeo movie review and wrote, “First Half Review: Engaging and gripping. Shahid and Triptii’s performances are good. The screenplay could have been much better, and the direction doesn’t fully match my expectations. Still, the film is decent and worth a watch.”
Another viewer said, “#ORomeoreview It’s a Paisa wasool Movie for sure. 1st half of the movie is full of suspense 2nd half of the movie is full of twists with lots of emotions (especially the last 40 min). If you like Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh, you’ll like #ORomeo even more.”
A third user (who watched the film overseas) shared, “Watched #ORomeo FDFS in Australia. #ThreeWordReview – Real-Life Gangster Entertainer. #ShahidKapoor the Man!! What a performance. Best after #KabirSingh. #VishalBhardwaj movies are poetic. He makes another class film with a mass touch. HIT.”
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About O’ Romeo
Released on February 13, 2026, O Romeo is directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film blends romance, crime, and action in a stylised narrative.
The story revolves around Hussain Ustara, a feared contract killer whose life changes after meeting Afsha. Her quest for justice following her husband’s murder becomes central to the plot. Themes of loyalty, betrayal, and obsession shape the film’s tone.
The ensemble cast includes Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Disha Patani. The film also features special appearances by Vikrant Massey and Akshay Kumar.
With an estimated budget between Rs 75 crore and Rs 80 crore, O’ Romeo ranks among Bhardwaj’s most ambitious projects. Trade analysts suggest the film may need to cross Rs 100 crore globally to secure a HIT verdict.
The film runs for approximately 178 minutes, making it a lengthy watch. Due to graphic violence and mature themes, it received an “A” (Adults Only) certificate from the CBFC.
