The trailer for the highly anticipated dark romance "O'Romeo," starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, was unveiled on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film promises a fierce and intense tale set against the backdrop of Mumbai's shadowy underbelly. Bhardwaj co-wrote the screenplay with Rohan Narula.
Shahid Kapoor plays Haseen Ustara, a "raw, untamed, and deeply conflicted gangster shaped by love and violence". The trailer showcases Ustara's murderous rampage and gives a glimpse into a world driven by passion, power, and survival. Triptii Dimri portrays Afsha, a woman in distress who seeks help from Ustara, leading to a dark, obsessive, and tragic love story. Their compelling chemistry is central to the trailer, with their relationship conveyed through silences and restrained emotions.
The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Avinash Tiwary as the villain, Nana Patekar as a determined police officer hunting Ustara, and Farida Jalal as Ustara's grandmother, who cautions him about Afsha. The trailer also features Disha Patani in a dance number with Shahid Kapoor, and appearances by Tamannaah Bhatia and Vikrant Massey.
The trailer is packed with powerful dialogues, action sequences, and Vishal Bhardwaj's signature music. It offers a glimpse into the chase between law and crime, with violence on both sides. The film's music is a collaboration between Vishal Bhardwaj, Arijit Singh, and Gulzar, enhancing the film's intense and poetic tone.
"O'Romeo" is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, with Manuj Mittra as the associate producer. The film is inspired by true events and is rumored to be based on the story of Hussain Ustara from Hussain Zaidi's book "Mafia Queens of Mumbai".
The release of "O'Romeo" carries high expectations for Shahid Kapoor, who hasn't had a major box office hit since "Kabir Singh" in 2019. This marks Shahid Kapoor's fourth collaboration with Vishal Bhardwaj, following "Kaminey," "Haider," and "Rangoon".
The trailer launch event in Mumbai was attended by Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, who were seen twinning in black and white outfits. The film is set to release in theaters on February 13th.
