O Romeo shows steady box office growth after weekday dip, securing place among Shahid Kapoor’s highest grossing films so far
Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri’s romantic action thriller O Romeo is performing steadily at the box office. After getting a big boost during the Valentine’s Day weekend, the film saw a drop on Monday but improved again on Day 5. The movie has now collected ₹40.35 crore in India and has entered the list of Shahid Kapoor’s top 10 highest-grossing films.
Valentine Weekend Boost
O Romeo released on February 13, 2026, just before Valentine’s Day. The timing helped the film attract large crowds, especially young couples. On its first day, the film earned around ₹8.5 crore.
On Day 2, which was Valentine’s Day, collections increased sharply to nearly ₹12.65 crore as more people went to theatres. The film continued to perform well on Sunday (Day 3), earning around ₹9 crore. Because of its romantic theme and festive timing, the film enjoyed a strong opening weekend.
Sharp Weekday Drop
After the weekend, the film’s earnings dropped, which is common for many movies. On Monday (Day 4), O Romeo collected about ₹4.75 crore. This sharp fall raised questions about whether the film could keep up its pace after the holiday weekend ended.
However, trade experts explained that such drops usually happen after festivals or special occasions. The real test for the film was how it would perform during the regular weekdays.
Day 5 Recovery
On Tuesday (Day 5), the film showed improvement and earned around ₹5 crore. This helped O Romeo cross the ₹40 crore mark in India. The total domestic net collection now stands at approximately ₹40.35 crore.
The Day 5 numbers show that the film is still attracting audiences, even though reviews have been mixed. The steady performance suggests that interest in the film has not completely slowed down and that it may continue to earn in the coming days.
Worldwide Collections
Apart from India, O Romeo has also done well in overseas markets. The film has reportedly earned more than ₹15 crore internationally. With both domestic and overseas earnings combined, the worldwide total is now between ₹60 and ₹62 crore.
These global earnings have strengthened the film’s overall box office performance. International audiences have played an important role in increasing the film’s total collection.
Also Read: Salman Khan’s Father and Iconic Screenwriter Salim Khan Hospitalised in Mumbai
Shahid Kapoor’s Milestone
In 5 days, O Romeo grossed ₹40.35 crore, making it one of Shahid Kapoor’s top 10 highest-grossing films. This is an important milestone in his career.
Shahid Kapoor’s film career includes huge hits such as Kabir Singh, Padmaavat, Haider, and Udta Punjab. Although O Romeo may not have the lifetime collections of his biggest successes, making the top 10 list indicates the film is doing well.
This success is even more remarkable given that O Romeo is a romantic action thriller with a slightly deep plot, rather than a conventional commercial entertainer.
Collaboration With Bhardwaj
The film also marks Shahid Kapoor’s another collaboration with filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj. The two previously collaborated in Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon. Their previous films have won critical acclaim, and O Romeo continues their creative collaboration.
Vishal Bhardwaj has described the film as a multilayered drama of love, crime, and inner conflict. The film combines romantic and darker elements, drawing influence from literary and crime-related subjects.
Mixed Audience Response
The film has received mixed to average reviews from critics and viewers. Many people have praised Shahid Kapoor’s performance and the emotional aspects of the story. However, some viewers have felt that the film slows down in the second half.
Audience feedback plays a big role in weekday collections, and the mixed reactions may explain the ups and downs in daily earnings. Even so, crossing ₹40 crore in five days shows that the film has managed to hold audience attention.
Box Office Outlook
The upcoming weekend will be very important for O Romeo. If the film sees growth again on Saturday and Sunday, its overall lifetime collection could improve further.
At present, the film can be called a moderately successful project with a strong opening and a stable hold during the week. Earning ₹40.35 crore in India and nearly ₹60–62 crore worldwide within five days reflects a decent performance.
While it may not break records, O Romeo has established itself as one of Shahid Kapoor’s most successful films and continues to play in theatres.
Also Read: India Sports 2026: Khelo India to Global Podiums India’s Multi-Sport Breakthrough
khushisikarwar is an award-winning journalist and content creator who thrives on telling stories that matter. As a key contributor to Newsisland, [she] focus on cultural commentary, providing readers with thought-provoking insights.
