O Romeo X review: What internet users have to say about Shahid Kapoor-Vishal Bhardwaj's film

New Delhi:

O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, finally hit the big screens on Friday, February 13, 2026, and fans didn't waste any time catching the first-day first-show. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, This Bollywood film also marks the reunion of Vishal and Shahid after more than eight years. It features Triptii Dimri in the lead role. 

So far, the gangster thriller has been receiving mixed responses from internet users. However, only time will tell if Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor's film manages to truly impress the audience. Let's take a look at the O Romeo's X review here. 

O Romeo X review

One X user praised the first half of the film, calling it "enjoyable" and "well-paced." His post read, "first half done. Stylish action, well paced and usual dark humour. Enjoyable till now."  Another user called it a "rollercoaster." He praised Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri's performances and said the story focused on a solid buildup. His X post read, "#ORomeo  – First Half Review The first half of #ORomeo is a thrilling rollercoaster. #ShahidKapoor and #TriptiiDimri deliver strong performances, with the story focused on solid buildup. The action scenes are brutal and well-executed. Overall, a very good first half - hoping the second half is even better (sic)."

One user praised the film, writing, "There was zero buzz around #ORomeo and all the promotions looked cringe. But man, what an outstanding movie it is. Absolute roller coaster ride. Shahid Kapoor, you have my respect man (sic)."

 

While some users didn't seem to like the film, one user wrote, "The problem with Vishal Bhardwaj  is he is  confused weather he wants to make a mass masala entertainer or poetic art film which we have seen in his every Film and that's what O Romeo is (sic)."

Another X post read, "#ORomeo i want to ask Sajid Bhai... Kya hogaya aapko Script Bina sune Budget Approve kardiya kya... Aree kuch toh Rehem Khao Audience pe aur Audience nay toh khudke Production house kya banarhe ho." 

O Romeo cast details

O Romeo features a star-studded cast, including Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Farida Jalal, Disha Patani, Avinash Tiwary, Nana Patekar, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Vikrant Massey in special appearances.

O Romeo box office clash 

For the unversed, the film clashed at the box office with Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gorav's Tu Yaa Main. The film is directed by Bejoy Nambiar and written by Abhishek Bandekar.

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