Shahid Kapoor confirms ‘Farzi 2’ amid ‘O’Romeo’ release, says he shot ‘Cocktail 2’ simultaneously

With ‘O’Romeo’ now playing in theatres, Shahid Kapoor is already shifting focus to his next major project. The actor confirmed that he will soon begin filming ‘Farzi 2’, returning to the gritty crime universe after exploring romance on the big screen. Known for constantly reinventing himself, Shahid says moving between genres keeps his craft fresh and exciting.After portraying intense characters in recent outings, Shahid revealed he deliberately chose lighter material before diving back into darker territory. He shared that he moved straight into a romantic space with ‘Cocktail 2’ soon after finishing ‘O’Romeo’. Speaking to Mid-Day about his packed schedule, he said, “I’ve already moved into something very different. I’m currently doing ‘Cocktail 2’, which is more into a light-hearted romantic space. In fact, I started shooting for 'Cocktail' almost immediately after wrapping ‘O’Romeo’, and I was even shooting for it during the promotions. Now that ‘O’Romeo’ has released I will begin shooting for ‘Farzi 2’, which I’m really excited about. I enjoy switching worlds, it helps reset you as an actor.”Beyond ‘Farzi 2’, Shahid has reportedly been in discussions for several high-profile ventures. These include a collaboration with filmmaker Atlee, a historical biopic on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and the mythological series ‘Ashwatthama: The Saga Continues’. While official confirmations are awaited, the lineup suggests an eclectic mix of genres ahead.Released in 2023, ‘Farzi’ marked Shahid’s digital debut and quickly became one of the most talked-about crime thrillers. The story followed a struggling artist who gets pulled into the dangerous business of printing fake currency, blurring the lines between survival and morality. The show featured a strong cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Raashii Khanna, Kay Kay Menon, Bhuvan Arora, Regina Cassandra, and Amol Palekar in key roles. At the centre was Sunny, played by Shahid, a small-time con artist whose pursuit of the “perfect fake” pulls him deeper into a dangerous underworld. Standing in his way is a relentless task force officer, portrayed by Vijay Sethupathi, determined to eliminate the threat he poses.