O Romeo Early Buzz: Shahid Kapoor’s Career-High Act Steals the Show, Triptii Dimri Shines
O Romeo, the much-anticipated gangster-romance thriller featuring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, has begun its theatrical run with substantial buzz, as early reviews from screenings flood in. According to first reactions shared by film personalities and industry insiders, Shahid delivers what some are calling his best performance yet, while Triptii has been applauded for a striking combination of ferocity and innocence in her portrayal.
The first reactions came from a special industry screening ahead of the film’s release on 13 February 2026. Filmmaker Homi Adajania, who attended the event, described the movie as a visceral blend of love and gore, and praised Vishal Bhardwaj’s storytelling, emphasising Shahid’s strong presence and calling Triptii “so watchable.”
Shahid’s wife, Mira Rajput, also took to Instagram to share her enthusiastic response. In a heartfelt note, she applauded Shahid’s performance as “his best yet” and expressed how impressed she was with the film’s background score and ensemble cast. Mira highlighted Triptii Dimri’s work - noting her ferocity paired with innocence - and also praised senior actors like Nana Patekar and Tamannaah Bhatia for their contributions.
The early positive buzz surrounds not just the acting but the intensity and emotional weight of the film. Social media chatter following early shows reflects a mix of admiration for the performances and curiosity about the film’s tone - many calling Shahid’s role commanding and Triptii’s character compelling and layered.
O Romeo marks the on-screen pairing of Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri under the direction of Vishal Bhardwaj, reuniting the actor with the acclaimed filmmaker for the fourth time after hits like Kaminey and Haider. The film’s strong performances and stylistic vision have helped generate early anticipation among audiences and critics alike.
As the film’s public reviews continue to roll in from its Valentine’s Week release, O Romeo is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about Bollywood offerings of the year - particularly for Shahid Kapoor’s intense new performance and Triptii Dimri’s breakout portrayal.
The first reactions came from a special industry screening ahead of the film’s release on 13 February 2026. Filmmaker Homi Adajania, who attended the event, described the movie as a visceral blend of love and gore, and praised Vishal Bhardwaj’s storytelling, emphasising Shahid’s strong presence and calling Triptii “so watchable.”
Shahid’s wife, Mira Rajput, also took to Instagram to share her enthusiastic response. In a heartfelt note, she applauded Shahid’s performance as “his best yet” and expressed how impressed she was with the film’s background score and ensemble cast. Mira highlighted Triptii Dimri’s work - noting her ferocity paired with innocence - and also praised senior actors like Nana Patekar and Tamannaah Bhatia for their contributions.
The early positive buzz surrounds not just the acting but the intensity and emotional weight of the film. Social media chatter following early shows reflects a mix of admiration for the performances and curiosity about the film’s tone - many calling Shahid’s role commanding and Triptii’s character compelling and layered.
O Romeo marks the on-screen pairing of Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri under the direction of Vishal Bhardwaj, reuniting the actor with the acclaimed filmmaker for the fourth time after hits like Kaminey and Haider. The film’s strong performances and stylistic vision have helped generate early anticipation among audiences and critics alike.
As the film’s public reviews continue to roll in from its Valentine’s Week release, O Romeo is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about Bollywood offerings of the year - particularly for Shahid Kapoor’s intense new performance and Triptii Dimri’s breakout portrayal.
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