O' Romeo

About The Movie:

What fate awaits a stone-hearted gangster, a bloodthirsty womaniser, when true love claims him, helpless and unguarded- a gang war that shakes the entire underworld and crime syndicate to their very roots.

A forbidden love, the tale of an unrequited passion.

Critics Review :O’Romeo is not a Shakespearean retelling but a dark, stylish plunge into the blood-soaked underbelly of 1990s Mumbai. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film blends romance, revenge, and underworld politics into a gripping action-romantic thriller driven by intensity and raw emotion.

Inspired by S. Hussain Zaidi’s Mafia Queens of Mumbai, the story fictionalizes gangster Hussain Ustara and his alliance with Sapna Didi (renamed Afsha). At its core lies a powerful emotional thread — a vengeful widow seeking justice and a dangerous man deeply, perhaps hopelessly, in love.

Performances:
Shahid Kapoor dominates the screen as razor-wielding gangster Hussain Ustara. Fierce yet vulnerable, he delivers a performance that feels career-defining, balancing brutality with emotional depth.

Triptii Dimri shines as Afsha, portraying grief and vengeance with conviction. Her transformation into a determined avenger gives the film its emotional backbone.

Avinash Tiwary stands out with a menacing presence, providing a strong counterforce to Ustara. Veterans like Nana Patekar add gravitas and restraint.

Style & Impact
Bhardwaj’s signature touches — sharp dialogues, atmospheric score, and lyrics by Gulzar — elevate the film’s noir mood. Though it occasionally leans more on style than substance, the performances and emotional weight keep it engaging.

Final Verdict
O’Romeo is a bold, gritty romantic revenge drama that balances mass appeal with class. Intense, stylish, and emotionally charged, it carries Bhardwaj’s unmistakable noir stamp.

Cast:

Shahid Kapoor,Tripti Dimri,Nana Patekar,Farida Jalal,Tamannaah Bhatia,Disha Patani,Aruna Irani

Director:

Vishal Bhardwaj