The Valentine’s week box office has delivered a clear winner, and it’s not even a close race. O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, has stormed theatres with a powerful mix of dark romance and high-voltage drama. Released on February 13, the Vishal Bhardwaj directorial has clicked instantly with audiences looking for a love story that feels raw, intense, and emotionally explosive rather than sweet and predictable.
In just five days, O Romeo has amassed an impressive Rs 45.51 crore nett in India, establishing itself as the clear box-office champion of the week. The film opened strongly with Rs 9.01 crore on Day 1 and then surged to Rs 14.50 crore on Valentine’s Day itself, showing how perfectly its theme aligned with the festive mood. The weekend momentum held steady with Rs 11 crore on Day 3 despite competition from a major cricket match, and while weekdays saw the usual dip to Rs 5.10 crore and Rs 5.90 crore, the slight growth on Day 5 indicates that word of mouth is steadily strengthening its theatrical run.
Much of the film’s appeal lies in Shahid Kapoor’s ferocious action-driven performance, which marks one of his most intense screen avatars in recent years. Triptii Dimri complements that energy with a layered portrayal that balances vulnerability and strength. Adding to the theatrical excitement, veteran actor Nana Patekar delivers powerful moments that have reportedly been drawing whistles and cheers inside cinema halls. For fans, the reunion of Bhardwaj and Shahid after cult collaborations like Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon has been a major draw, reinforcing the film’s credibility and anticipation.
In contrast, Tu Yaa Main has faced a far quieter start at the box office. Directed by Bejoy Nambiar and starring Shanaya Kapoor alongside Adarsh Gourav, the survival thriller collected roughly Rs 2.80 crore in its opening weekend. Despite its unique premise inspired by the Thai film The Pool, the film has struggled to pull audiences to theatres in significant numbers during its initial days.
Industry endorsements from filmmakers like Mani Ratnam, Karan Johar, and Zoya Akhtar have helped generate some curiosity, but the impact has been gradual rather than immediate. The makers have also attempted to boost footfall through discounted cinema offers such as Rs 92 Tuesday tickets at multiplex chains, yet the film still faces the challenge of building sustained audience momentum.
The contrast between the two Valentine’s releases could not be sharper. While O Romeo is riding strong emotional engagement and star power into its second week, Tu Yaa Main is still searching for traction and wider visibility. With a massive gap already visible in just the first few days, trade analysts believe the latter will require an exceptional surge in occupancy to recover costs and remain competitive.
As of now, the theatrical battle has a decisive frontrunner. O Romeo has captured audience attention, critical chatter, and box-office numbers in equal measure, while Tu Yaa Main continues its uphill climb for survival. Both films are currently running in cinemas, but the audience verdict, at least in week one, is unmistakably clear.
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