Shahid Kapoor's upcoming gangster drama, "O Romeo," directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, is generating considerable buzz, and fans are eagerly awaiting details about its release plans. While the theatrical release date is yet to be officially announced, speculation is rife about which OTT platform will stream the film after its run in cinemas.
Although there's no confirmed OTT platform yet, anticipation is building regarding where "O Romeo" will land for its digital premiere. Several factors could influence the decision, including the streaming platform's existing content partnerships, its subscriber base, and the acquisition price offered. Major players like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar are potential contenders, given their extensive reach and investment in acquiring Bollywood films.
"O Romeo" features Shahid Kapoor as a razor-wielding gangster, and also stars Triptii Dimri in a lead role. The movie has an extensive supporting cast, including Gourav Sharma, Avinash Tiwary, Goutam Sharma, Randeep Hooda, Nana Patekar, Shakti Kapoor, Ram Kapoor, Tamannaah Bhatia, Mridul Das, Rajiv Gupta, Amaan Iqbal, Farida Jalal, Luke Kenny, Roshni Walia, and Sonali Bendre. The film is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
The film is reportedly inspired by the true story of Sapna Didi, a woman from Mumbai's criminal underworld who sought revenge for her husband's murder, which was allegedly ordered by Dawood Ibrahim. Triptii Dimri's character is rumored to be based on Sapna Didi. The teaser introduces characters played by Nana Patekar, Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia, Avinash Tiwary, Disha Patani, and Farida Jalal.
The teaser of "O Romeo" was released on January 10, 2026, and it offers a glimpse into the intense and bloody revenge saga that awaits audiences. According to a press release, Triptii Dimri embodies an "innocent girl whose world is turned upside down". Her character seeks out Ustara, a hitman, and they eventually form a partnership in a dangerous game.
The film is directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, who also shares story credits with Rohan Narula. Kartik Aaryan was initially offered the role that Shahid Kapoor is now playing.
