In a solid start for the latest collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj, their crime-romance drama O’Romeo collected approximately ₹8.25 crore on its opening day, Friday, February 13, 2026.
While the numbers fell slightly short of the double-digit mark anticipated by trade experts, the film has set a new record for the director-actor duo, marking their highest opening day together.
Box Office Breakdown: Day 1
- Net Collection: ₹8.25 crore
- Gross Collection: ~₹9.90 crore
- Theatrical Occupancy: 14.86% (overall), with night shows peaking at 25%.
- Shahid-Vishal Combo Comparison:
- O’Romeo (2026): ₹8.25 crore
- Haider (2014): ₹6.02 crore
- Rangoon (2017): ₹5.10 crore
- Kaminey (2009): ₹4.21 crore
Budget & The “Valentine’s” Surge
Mounted on a significant budget of ₹120–150 crore, O’Romeo needs a substantial jump over the weekend to stay on track for “Hit” status.
- The Valentine’s Factor: Today, Saturday, February 14, is expected to see a significant spike in footfalls, especially in urban centers and multiplexes, given the romantic-action theme of the film.
- Clash Update: The film comfortably outperformed its competitor, the survival thriller Tu Yaa Main (starring Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor), which managed a low start of ₹55 lakh.
Critical Reception: “Poetic but Violent”
The film has garnered mixed to positive reviews (averaging 3.5 stars), with high praise for the performances but some criticism regarding its nearly 3-hour runtime.
- Shahid Kapoor: Critics are calling his portrayal of “Romeo/Ustra” electric and commanding, often comparing his intensity to his roles in Kabir Singh and Animal.
- Triptii Dimri: Praised for her “brooding intensity” and screen presence opposite Shahid.
- The Verdict: Reviewers note that while the first half is a gripping rollercoaster, the second half feels slightly stretched. However, the background score and Gulzar’s lyrics remain the “beating heart” of the film.