Shahid Kapoor and Nana Patekar Reunite After 16 Years in Upcoming Film 'O' Romeo'
Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor is all set to reunite with veteran actor Nana Patekar in the highly anticipated film 'O' Romeo', directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj. The movie is scheduled to hit theaters on February 13, 2026, marking their first collaboration since the 2010 film 'Paathshaala'.
Shahid Kapoor's Heartfelt Praise for Nana Patekar
In a recent interview, Shahid Kapoor opened up about working with Nana Patekar once again, expressing immense admiration for the seasoned actor. "Yes! I really enjoyed working with Nana Patekar in 'Paathshaala'," Shahid revealed. He added, "In fact, I was talking to him just today. I told him, 'Sir, the chemistry between you and me is very sexy.'"
The actor went on to describe the experience as both enjoyable and educational. "He is an outstanding actor," Shahid emphasized. "When the camera starts rolling, Nana Patekar performs. It's not only enjoyable to work with the screen icon but one also gets to learn a lot from him."
Shahid Kapoor, who has been watching Nana Patekar's performances since childhood, concluded by saying, "In this film, we have some very entertaining scenes together."
Star-Studded Cast and Film Details
Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, 'O' Romeo' features an impressive ensemble cast including:
- Shahid Kapoor
- Triptii Dimri
- Nana Patekar
- Vikrant Massey
- Tamannaah Bhatia
- Avinash Tiwary
- Disha Patani
- Farida Jalal
The film is based on the book 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai' by renowned author Hussain Zaidi. According to reports, Shahid Kapoor has charged a whopping Rs 45 crore for his role in this project.
Music and Song Releases
The musical aspect of 'O' Romeo' has already created buzz with two song releases:
- 'Hum To Tere Hi Liye The' - Released on January 16, 2026
- 'Aashiqon Ki Colony' - Released on January 27, 2026
Both songs feature lyrics penned by the legendary Gulzar, adding poetic depth to the film's soundtrack.
As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build for this cinematic reunion between Shahid Kapoor and Nana Patekar under Vishal Bhardwaj's visionary direction.
