Valentine’s fervor gripped Bollywood on February 13 as ‘O Romeo’, Shahid Kapoor’s explosive mix of romance and action, stormed cinemas. Featuring Tripti Dimri and Avinash Tiwari, the film overcame legal hurdles – a dispute over alleged storyline similarities that reached the courts but was resolved in its favor.
Amid the premiere excitement, Meera Rajput Kapoor turned up the romance dial with an endearing Instagram tribute to her husband. Posting intimate couple pictures, she wrote, ‘My Romeo, when they question your existence, know that you are the unrelenting force of talent, with eyes conveying volumes and a heart forever mending. Held by light, now dazzle. You’re beyond phenomenal. Immensely proud.’
Shahid’s career trajectory makes this release crucial. Post the seismic success of ‘Kabir Singh’ in 2019, his ventures have struggled to match that fever. ‘O Romeo’ showcases him in a rugged, action-hero mode laced with emotional depth, potentially recapturing that magic.
Box office trackers are optimistic. By February 11, advance sales hit Rs 1.42 crore from 16,226 tickets across 3,449 screenings, according to Sacnilk. Delhi-NCR dominates bookings, fueling predictions of a blockbuster opening. With stellar pre-sales and Valentine’s timing, ‘O Romeo’ is poised to captivate and conquer.