Shahid Kapoor’s O’Romeo earned Rs 8.25 crore on the first day

O’Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, released in theatres on Friday amid high expectations. Marking their fourth collaboration, the violent romantic drama also features Triptii Dimri and is set against Mumbai’s underworld. Despite strong pre-release buzz, the film recorded a modest opening, earning around ₹8.25 crore net on Day 1, according to Sacnilk, falling short of the double-digit mark.

The film registered an overall Hindi occupancy of 14.86 percent. While morning and afternoon shows remained low, night shows saw improvement, indicating gradual audience interest. Metro cities performed better, with Mumbai showing nearly 19 percent occupancy, suggesting urban traction.

Compared to Shahid Kapoor’s recent releases, O’Romeo has fared better than Deva and Jersey, but remains far behind his blockbuster Kabir Singh. With mixed reviews, the weekend performance will be crucial.

Dhanush-Kriti Sanon’s ‘Tere Ishq Mein’ Earns Rs 16.5 Crore on Day 1

Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s romantic drama, Tere Ishq Mein, hit cinemas on Friday, November 28, and has already created a buzz among moviegoers. With strong advance bookings and positive word of mouth, the film earned a remarkable Rs 16.5 crore on its opening day, making it the second biggest opening for a romantic movie this year after Saiyaara.

One key factor in the film’s success is the nostalgia of Dhanush’s previous hit, Raanjhanaa, as this collaboration with director Aanand L Rai revisits the theme of tragic love. Fans were excited to see the reunion of Dhanush and Rai, especially after their previous project Atrangi Re premiered on OTT platforms. The film’s positive reviews and appealing storyline helped it attract more audience in evening and night shows, contributing to the strong opening numbers.

Industry experts expect Tere Ishq Mein to continue its strong run over the weekend, potentially crossing the Rs 50 crore mark in its first three days. this romantic drama may dominate the box office in the coming days, making it one of the most successful romantic openings of the year.