O' Romeo: Triptii Dimri shines as Shahid Kapoor's fierce hitwoman
O' Romeo: Triptii Dimri shines as Shahid Kapoor's fierce hitwoman
Triptii Dimri delivers a bold, boundary-pushing performance as a vengeful widow opposite Shahid Kapoor in Vishal Bhardwaj's O’ Romeo, as the film gains strong early momentum.
Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri star in Vishal Bhardwaj's O’ Romeo, which has kicked off its theatrical run and is already stirring conversations with a blend of lyrical romance and a dark, tense thriller thread. The film also features Avinash Tiwary, Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal and more.
As Afsha, Triptii dives into a character-driven arc, transforming from vulnerability to ferocity as she becomes a widow who turns hitman to avenge her husband's murder. Her performance remains restrained yet powerful, with her expressions doing much of the talking and her inner conflicts fueling every scene. Critics note that she sheds the soft-girl image to reveal a formidable presence alongside Shahid.
Her on-screen pairing with Shahid Kapoor feels natural, with Dimri matching his intensity step by step and holding her own in the ensemble. The Qala star brings both gravitas and vulnerability to Afsha, making the dynamics with Shahid's tightly wound character feel especially charged. Bhardwaj’s direction frames her arc with the same boldness he brings to the male lead, giving the audience a heroine whose rage and resolve drive the narrative forward.
Box office updates point to a strong start during Valentine’s weekend. On Day 2, the film crossed the Rs 20 crore mark overall, with about Rs 12.25 crore earned on Saturday, signaling solid momentum in its initial run.
Overall, early reviews and audience responses highlight the film's ambitious blend of romance, revenge, and stylized storytelling, suggesting O’ Romeo is poised for a notable run as Bhardwaj, Kapoor, and Dimri push the project forward.
