The much-awaited film O Romeo, directed by , hit theatres on February 13 and has already created a wave of excitement among fans. Starring and in lead roles, the film had generated strong buzz through its trailer and music even before release. While advance bookings appeared modest initially, the film’s Day 1 performance indicates a promising box office journey ahead.

A Power-Packed Reunion After Years

One of the biggest highlights of O Romeo is the reunion of Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor — the duo behind cult classics like and . Their collaboration once again seems to have struck the right chord with audiences.

Opening Day Collection

According to early estimates, O Romeo has collected around ₹6.95 crore on its opening day. With strong occupancy expected during night shows, the film is projected to close Day 1 in the range of ₹8–10 crore, giving it a solid start.

Beats Shahid’s Previous Release

Interestingly, O Romeo has outperformed Shahid Kapoor’s last film , which opened at ₹5.5 crore.

Though the makers haven’t officially confirmed the budget, industry reports suggest the film was made on an estimated ₹125–150 crore budget. In that context, an opening close to ₹10 crore is considered a positive sign.

Strong Supporting Cast

Apart from Shahid and Tripti, the film features an impressive ensemble including:- With the Valentine’s week advantage and growing word-of-mouth, O Romeo is expected to gain further momentum over the weekend.