O Romeo OTT Release Date: Where to Stream Shahid Kapoor’s Film

When Will O Romeo Release on OTT? Platform and Streaming Details for Shahid Kapoor's Actioner

The highly anticipated gritty action-thriller O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, is officially set to hit theaters on 13 February 2026. Directed by the visionary Vishal Bhardwaj, the film has already finalized its digital future, securing a post-theatrical streaming deal with Amazon Prime Video.

Fans can expect the movie to arrive on the platform approximately 45 to 60 days after its cinematic debut, placing the likely OTT release in late March or early April 2026.

Inside the Gritty World of Hussain Ustara

This is the fourth time Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj have worked together. They previously made famous movies like Haider and Kaminey. This new story comes from a book by S. Hussain Zaidi called Mafia Queens of Mumbai. It tells a dark story about the Mumbai underworld in the 1980s. Shahid Kapoor plays a dangerous killer named Hussain Ustara. His character has many tattoos and a very tough look, while Triptii Dimri plays Afsha, a woman who changes his life.

As noted by The Economic Times, the project recently cleared a significant hurdle: "Vishal Bhardwaj's upcoming film 'O Romeo' has scored a big legal win as the Bombay City Civil Court has dismissed a legal challenge seeking to restrain the release of the movie." The court said no to a request from the daughter of the real Hussain Ustara. As a result, the movie will release on time during Valentine's Day weekend.

Can the O Romeo OTT Release Recover a Rs. 150 Crore Budget?

The movie has a total budget of Rs. 150 crore, and reportedly, Shahid Kapoor was paid Rs. 45 crore for his role. Today, it is difficult for movies to make a profit only at the theater. This is why the deal with Amazon Prime Video is very important. It helps the producer, Sajid Nadiadwala, keep the project safe from losing money.

According to reports from FridayWall, "Industry sources indicate that nearly half of this amount (Rs. 150 crore) has been allocated to casting, underlining the makers' confidence in a strong ensemble. " Triptii Dimri was paid Rs. 6 crore, and Avinash Tiwary got Rs. 7 crore. The movie needs to do very well in theaters and on the streaming app to pay back these costs.

The release of O Romeo shows a new plan for Bollywood movies. They are mixing dark stories with smart business deals. By signing with Amazon Prime Video early, the makers have protected their money. This helps if the box office is too crowded in February. The success of this movie will show the industry if adult-rated dramas still belong in theaters.