O’Romeo X reviews: Netizens split on ‘Shahid’s best’ vs ‘Overhyped gangster mess’

New Delhi: Is O’Romeo, the fiery romance starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, stealing hearts on day one? Netizens are going wild, calling it the “best film of the year” due to its explosive action, intense love story, and stellar performances.

Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, this gangster love saga hit theatres on Valentine’s week, sparking massive buzz online. Early reviews praise its gripping narrative—will it be Bollywood’s next blockbuster?

 Netizens hail performances

Fans flooded social media with rave reviews for O’Romeo. One Twitter user rated it three stars, saying, “O’Romeo is an impressive gangster-romantic film that combines strong performances, emotional depth, and broad appeal. A must-see for fans of action and romance. #ShahidKapoor commands the screen; his intensity, emotional resonance, and dialogue delivery are electrifying.”

Shahid Kapoor’s portrayal drew top praise. The same user noted, “#ShahidKapoor commands the screen; his intensity… Each scene radiates energy.” Another fan tweeted after the first show in Jaipur, “review. The movie is fantastic. Shahid Kapoor’s acting and action are superb. No amount of praise would be enough.”

Triptii Dimri also shone. Director Homi Adajania posted, “Shahid Kapoor, so good brotherman (firework emoji). Triptii Dimri, you are so watchable (heart emoji).” A viewer added, “#TriptiiDimri gives a remarkable performance, balancing grace with strength. Their chemistry adds significant emotional weight to the story.”

One user wrote, ”First Half Review  Engaged, Gripping.. Shahid & Tripti performance is good. The Screenplay Can Be Much Better & Direction Also…Not Match My Expectations…but Movie Decent Good To Watch..

 Story and style win hearts

The film blends obsession, heartbreak, and underworld drama, inspired by Hussain Zaidi’s Mafia Queens of Mumbai. One review highlighted, “The first half sets a solid foundation… The second half accelerates into high gear, featuring thrilling action sequences, intense confrontations, and emotional breakdowns.”

Shahid’s wife, Mira Rajput, shared on Instagram, “Team O’Romeo, you all created a world and whirl. Vishal Bhardwaj, you are a genius of finesse… That BGM (firework emoji).” Fans agreed, calling the background music and climax “emotionally charged and action-filled.”

Star power and buzz

Supporting cast like Nana Patekar and Avinash Tiwary added depth. One user said, “The ensemble cast added to the film’s impact.” Shahid praised Triptii earlier, “She is a very good actress, and her character is quite strong… She has put her whole heart into it.”

Vishal Bhardwaj called it “a love story with a violent background… an unrequited love story.” With positive early reactions, O’Romeo is trending as a must-watch.