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Box Office February 17, 2026: How Much Did Shahid Kapoor’s O’Romeo Earn on Day 5?
Romantic thrillers rarely arrive with this level of anticipation. But with Shahid Kapoor reuniting with director Vishal Bhardwaj, O’Romeo was always expected to make noise at the box office — and it certainly has.
Released on Valentine’s Day, the film has shown steady growth through the weekdays and continues to maintain momentum.
📊 O’Romeo Day 5 Box Office Collection
After a strong opening weekend collection of over ₹37 crore, O’Romeo continued its solid run into the week.
According to early estimates (Sacnilk), the film earned approximately:
- ₹5 crore on Tuesday (Day 5)
- Compared to ₹4.85 crore on Monday (Day 4)
The slight jump on a non-holiday weekday is a positive indicator of strong word-of-mouth and stable occupancy rates.
💰 Total Collection So Far
With Day 5 numbers included, the film has now crossed the ₹40 crore mark at the domestic box office.
If this trend continues, O’Romeo is on track to comfortably surpass ₹50 crore by its second weekend, depending on competition and screen retention.
🎬 A Reunion That Sparked Curiosity
Following acclaimed collaborations like Kaminey and Haider, Shahid Kapoor’s reunion with Vishal Bhardwaj generated significant anticipation among cinephiles.
The film also stars:
- Triptii Dimri
- Nana Patekar
- Farida Jalal
- Tamannaah Bhatia
- Avinash Tiwary
- Vikrant Massey
The ensemble cast has added to the film’s commercial appeal, especially in multiplex circuits.
🎭 Storyline: A Gangster’s Love Saga
O’Romeo revolves around Hussain Ustra, a feared Mumbai gangster whose life takes an unexpected turn after falling in love.
While rooted in the crime-drama genre, the film blends:
- Romance
- Emotional conflict
- Stylized action
- Fictional dramatic elements
The narrative explores whether love can transform a man shaped by violence — a recurring Bhardwaj theme layered with poetic intensity.
📉 Critical Reception vs Commercial Performance
India TV’s review described the film as visually impressive but emotionally inconsistent:
“What begins with promise slowly loses grip, especially in the second half where the writing weakens and the emotional impact fades.”
Despite mixed critical reception, audience turnout suggests the film has connected with viewers — at least in its opening week.
Strong urban occupancy and Valentine’s Day timing have worked in its favour.
📈 What’s Working for O’Romeo?
- Shahid Kapoor’s star power
- Romantic release timing
- Limited major competition
- Strong initial weekend numbers
- Stable weekday hold
⚖️ What Could Impact Its Run?
- Drop in weekday collections after first week
- Word-of-mouth sustainability
- Upcoming releases
- Mass belt performance (currently urban-heavy)
🔮 Box Office Prediction
If weekday collections remain stable above ₹4 crore and the second weekend sees a 30–40% jump, O’Romeo could aim for:
- ₹65–70 crore lifetime domestic total (early projection)
However, the real test begins from Thursday onward.
Final Take
O’Romeo may not be unanimously praised by critics, but commercially, it is holding firm. Crossing ₹40 crore in five days is a promising sign, especially for a romantic gangster drama without franchise backing.
The coming weekend will determine whether it becomes a steady mid-range hit or fades after an impressive start.