Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri’s action-drama O Romeo has crossed the ₹50 crore milestone at the Indian box office within nine days of release. Despite mixed reviews, the film bounced back strongly on its second Saturday, collecting ₹3.35 crore, taking its India net to ₹52.6 crore and worldwide earnings near ₹80 crore.
The Vishal Bhardwaj-directed O Romeo has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing ₹50 crore in India within nine days of release. The film, which opened on February 13, 2026, witnessed a strong rebound on its second Saturday, adding ₹3.35 crore to its tally.
Industry analysts note that the film’s performance reflects resilience despite lukewarm critical reception, driven largely by Shahid Kapoor’s star power and Triptii Dimri’s rising popularity. With worldwide collections nearing ₹80 crore, O Romeo is expected to maintain momentum through its second weekend, potentially challenging Shahid Kapoor’s earlier box office benchmarks.
Key Highlights
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India Net Collection: ₹52.6 crore in 9 days.
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Worldwide Collection: Approximately ₹79.75 crore.
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Day 9 Performance: ₹3.35 crore earned on second Saturday.
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Release Date: February 13, 2026.
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Cast: Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri.
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Director: Vishal Bhardwaj.
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Market Context: Strong rebound despite mixed reviews, driven by weekend audience turnout.
Sources: The Indian Express, Firstpost, Times of India