Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' Faces Box Office Decline After Two Weeks
Shahid Kapoor's much-anticipated romantic revenge drama 'O Romeo' has completed its two-week theatrical run, but the results have been far from celebratory. Despite high expectations that this Vishal Bhardwaj directorial would mark a triumphant return for the actor, the film has failed to connect with audiences in a meaningful way.
Disappointing Box Office Performance
While Shahid Kapoor's individual performance has received critical praise, the overall film has struggled to impress cinephiles. After a promising opening weekend where it collected over Rs 30 crore, the movie has experienced a steady decline in box office numbers.
According to the latest Sacnilk report, 'O Romeo' managed to earn only Rs 1.25 crore on its fourteenth day (second Thursday) since release. This represents a significant drop from its initial weekend performance and indicates waning audience interest.
Detailed Collection Breakdown
The film's total domestic collection now stands at Rs 61.55 crore, while its worldwide earnings have reached approximately Rs 96 crore. Here is the day-wise breakdown of collections during the second week:
- Week 1 Collection: Rs 47.1 crore
- Day 8 (2nd Friday): Rs 2.15 crore
- Day 9 (2nd Saturday): Rs 3.4 crore
- Day 10 (2nd Sunday): Rs 3.25 crore
- Day 11 (2nd Monday): Rs 1.65 crore
- Day 12 (2nd Tuesday): Rs 1.65 crore
- Day 13 (2nd Wednesday): Rs 1.25 crore
- Day 14 (2nd Thursday): Rs 1.25 crore
Theater Occupancy and Cast Details
The film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of just 7.07% on Thursday, February 26, 2026, reflecting the challenging theatrical environment it currently faces.
Directed by the acclaimed Vishal Bhardwaj, who also composed the film's music, 'O Romeo' features an ensemble cast including:
- Shahid Kapoor in the lead role
- Triptii Dimri as the female protagonist
- Avinash Tiwary
- Nana Patekar
- Tamannaah Bhatia
- Disha Patani
- Vikrant Massey
The film originally premiered in theaters on February 13, 2026, with hopes of becoming a major box office success. However, the declining collections suggest that despite the star power and directorial pedigree, 'O Romeo' has not managed to sustain audience engagement beyond its initial promotional period.
This performance represents a significant setback for Shahid Kapoor, who was looking to reestablish himself as a leading box office draw following several recent projects that underperformed commercially. The film's struggle highlights the increasingly competitive nature of the Bollywood landscape, where even established stars and directors must deliver content that resonates strongly with contemporary audiences.
