Alia Bhatt gushes over Shahid Kapoor starrer 'O' Romeo's FIRST LOOK poster: ‘Can’t wait for this film’

Bollywood fans are buzzing as the makers unveiled Shahid Kapoor's gripping first-look poster from ‘O’Romeo’, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj today. Sporting a blood-soaked, fully tattooed gangster avatar as Romeo, Shahid's intense transformation hints at a dark, edgy action-romance set in post-independence Mumbai. Alia Bhatt took to social media to express her excitement.

Alia Bhatt’s 'O’Romeo' comment

Alia Bhatt praised the poster and commented on the post, “Can’t wait for this film!!!!”. Presented by the visionary Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by the acclaimed Vishal Bhardwaj, O’Romeo also stars Tripti Dimri. Kapoor’s intense first look hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky, promising a unique cinematic experience full of depth, drama, and passion. The film is all set to release during Valentine’s Week on February 13, 2026.

Shahid Kapoor’s O’Romeo tattoo transformation

According to Pinkvilla, Shahid Kapoor will be seen sporting a full body tattoo for the visionary filmmaker's movie. This radical transformation is said to be central to his character’s identity and psychological depth, marking a first-of-its-kind look not only for the actor but also possibly for the Indian cinema as a whole. The physical transformation demanded intense preparation, with the creative team paying meticulous attention to the tattoo’s design, placement, and narrative relevance. The look is reportedly not cosmetic but deeply embedded into the story, reflecting the character’s inner turmoil, rage, and emotional scars.

Shahid Kapoor’s 'O’Romeo'

Apart from ‘O Romeo’, Shahid Kapoor will also be seen sharing the screen with Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in the much-awaited ‘Cocktail 2’.

More about Alia Bhatt

On the work front, Alia will be next seen in the action thriller ‘Alpha’ alongside Sharvari and Bobby Deol. She also has Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-awaited film ‘Love & War’ where she will share the screen with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.