O’ Romeo, the much-anticipated action romantic drama marking the fourth collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, is all set to arrive in theatres this weekend. Backed by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film opened its advance bookings on the evening of February 10, 2026, three days ahead of its release. While expectations were high given the creative pairing and ensemble cast, the initial advance booking figures indicate a cautious start.
As per early trade reports, O’ Romeo has sold approximately 2,700 tickets across the top two national cinema chains for its opening day. The early momentum appears muted, with the film yet to witness a strong rush at the ticket counters. However, with two full days still remaining before release, there is room for improvement, and the film will be hoping for stronger walk-ins and last-minute bookings to push its pre-sales to a more respectable level.
Based on current trends, industry buzz, and advance booking data, O’ Romeo is expected to open in the range of Rs. 4 crore to Rs. 7 crore, with a more precise projection hovering around Rs. 5.50 crore. While this opening is considered decent in today’s theatrical landscape, it may fall short of expectations for a well-mounted action romantic drama featuring a star like Shahid Kapoor and a director of Vishal Bhardwaj’s stature.
Given the film’s scale, genre, and star power, trade analysts believe O’ Romeo should ideally have aimed for a double-digit opening, or at least figures closer to that mark. The relatively subdued advance booking suggests that the film’s fate may now largely depend on audience reception and word-of-mouth once it hits theatres.
The film boasts a strong supporting cast including Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, Avinash Tiwary, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vikrant Massey, and Farida Jalal, adding depth and intrigue to the narrative. With such a diverse lineup of performers, expectations remain high for strong performances and layered storytelling—hallmarks often associated with Bhardwaj’s cinema.
O’ Romeo will face box-office competition from Tu Yaa Main, starring Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor, which is releasing on the same day. While Shahid Kapoor’s film is expected to enjoy an advantage in terms of screen count and initial collections, it will still need to prove its strength through content and audience engagement to sustain momentum beyond the opening weekend.
So far, the promotional assets of O’ Romeo—including its trailer, songs, and teasers—have received a largely positive response from viewers, creating curiosity around the film’s tone and storytelling. If the film manages to strike a chord with audiences upon release, it could witness an immediate spike in footfalls over the weekend, helping it overcome a modest start.
All eyes are now on audience reactions and early reviews, which will play a crucial role in determining whether O’ Romeo can turn cautious beginnings into a strong box-office run.
