Bollywood is gearing up for a cinematic spectacle this February as filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj reunites with Shahid Kapoor for their much-awaited collaboration, O Romeo. After delivering cult classics like Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon, the duo returns eight years later with a film that promises intensity, emotion, and unfiltered darkness. With just weeks left for release, the newly launched trailer has set social media buzzing.
The trailer introduces Shahid Kapoor in a striking new avatar as Romeo, also known as Ustara — a hardened gangster torn between ruthless ambition and emotional vulnerability. Set in the gritty underbelly of Mumbai, O Romeo explores a world where love is dangerous, loyalty is fragile, and violence becomes a way of survival. Shahid’s transformation into the conflicted anti-hero is both raw and commanding, hinting at another career-defining performance.
At the heart of the film lies an understated yet powerful love story. Shahid’s Ustara shares an intense connection with Triptii Dimri’s character, portrayed through lingering glances, silence, and unspoken emotion rather than traditional romance. Their chemistry feels hauntingly intimate, adding emotional weight to the brutal world surrounding them. Inspired by real-life events, Vishal Bhardwaj blends romance, action, and psychological depth with his signature storytelling flair.
The three-minute trailer is loaded with impactful visuals and memorable dialogues that quickly stand out. Lines such as “Ustara se panga nahi lene ka,” and “Jab kahunga, nachna padega,” capture the film’s tension, menace, and dark humor. The trailer also introduces Avinash Tiwary in a menacing antagonist role, promising an intense face-off that raises the stakes for Ustara’s journey.
Adding a glamorous touch to the otherwise grim narrative, glimpses of Shahid alongside Disha Patani reveal the seductive and luxurious side of Ustara’s world. The ensemble cast further strengthens the film, featuring Nana Patekar, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vikrant Massey, Aruna Irani, Farida Jalal, and more. The film also marks Triptii Dimri’s first collaboration with both Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor.
However, even before release, O Romeo has stirred controversy. Sanober Shaikh, daughter of the real-life figure believed to inspire the story, Hussain Ustara, has objected to the portrayal of her father’s relationship with Sapna Didi. She claims the film inaccurately presents a sibling-like bond as romantic and has demanded a pre-screening to ensure authenticity.
Scheduled for a theatrical release on February 13, 2026, O Romeo arrives with massive anticipation — and a real-life debate unfolding alongside its on-screen drama.