Intro
The Shahid Kapoor–Vishal Bhardwaj reunion always sparks excitement. And with O’Romeo, expectations were sky-high.
After delivering cult classics in the past, the duo returned with a romantic thriller that promised intensity, drama, and layered performances. Now, with its first week complete, the numbers are in — and while the film opened strong, it has narrowly missed the ₹50 crore milestone.
Week 1 Box Office Breakdown
According to early trade estimates reported by Sacnilk, O’Romeo collected approximately ₹3.15 crore on Day 7 (Thursday). This takes its first-week total to ₹47.15 crore.
Here’s how the film performed through the week:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹8.5 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹12.65 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹9 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹4.85 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹5.35 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹3.65 crore
- Day 7 (Thursday): ₹3.15 crore
The weekend surge gave the film solid momentum, especially with a nearly 49% jump on Saturday. However, weekday drops slowed its march toward the ₹50 crore mark.
The Film & Its Cast
Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film reportedly draws inspiration from Mafia Queens of Mumbai. Shahid Kapoor plays Ustara — a morally complex character navigating love and crime — opposite Triptii Dimri as Afshan.
The ensemble also includes Disha Patani, Vikrant Massey, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Avinash Tiwary, giving the film considerable star power.
Interestingly, this marks Shahid and Bhardwaj’s fourth collaboration after Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon — a pairing known for intense storytelling and memorable performances.
Clash & Word of Mouth
O’Romeo faced competition from Tu Yaa Main, starring Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor. Despite the clash, Shahid’s film held stronger over the opening weekend.
However, mixed audience reactions seem to have affected weekday footfalls. While critics appreciated certain performances and the film’s mood, the overall word-of-mouth wasn’t unanimously positive — which often determines weekday stability.
What the Numbers Indicate
A ₹47.15 crore first week is respectable, especially for a romantic thriller with layered storytelling. But for a Shahid Kapoor–Vishal Bhardwaj collaboration, trade expectations were slightly higher.
Now, everything depends on the second weekend. If Friday shows growth and Saturday-Sunday see a jump, crossing ₹50 crore is well within reach. Otherwise, the film may settle into a moderate run rather than a blockbuster trajectory.
Final Words
O’Romeo had a promising start, but momentum dipped during the weekdays. The first-week numbers reflect a film that drew initial curiosity but struggled to sustain peak traction.
The big question now — can it rebound in Week 2 and turn things around?
The box office romance isn’t over yet.
