O Romeo: Shahid Kapoor and Avinash Tiwary wrap filming with high-voltage duel; details inside

Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj's O Romeo finished filming with an intense two-day climax duel between Kapoor and Avinash Tiwary in Mumbai. The highly anticipated film releases Valentine's Day 2026.

Shahid Kapoor and Avinash Tiwary

O Romeo is the fourth collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj; filming for the film has been completed. An intense, high-voltage climactic scene starring Kapoor and co-star Avinash Tiwary took place last week at Bahubali Studios in Borivali, marking the culmination of the last phase of the filming.

Industry excitement over action sequences

The film's production started in January, and since then, insiders in the industry have been buzzing with excitement, especially about the action scenes. There was a fierce duel between the main performers in the last scene, with Tiwary playing the antagonist, according to sources close to the production informing Mid Day.

Reports indicate that the production meticulously planned the two-day shoot to capture the intense showdown. A production source stated, "They wrapped the close-up shots [of the] duel." The majority of the filming took place in Spain. To achieve Bhardwaj's goal of an explosive conclusion, the crew built a lifelike set within the studio and gave him complete creative control over the lighting and stunts.

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Intricate choreography and actor training

At its peak, the choreography was intricate, fusing wirework, controlled pyrotechnics, and real battle. Laila Majnu and Khakee: The Bihar Chapter actor Tiwary reportedly trained extensively for the fight scene.

According to a stunt team member, "Both actors rehearsed it for a few days to get the rhythm right," confirming the performers' commitment to the challenging move. The production team diligently worked to ensure the smooth execution of the numerous stunts in the finale.

Secrecy and focus for the final shoot

Filming this crucial last portion in Mumbai was done in complete secrecy by Bhardwaj, who had previously directed Kapoor in Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014), and Rangoon (2017). Stringent security measures and restricted access allowed only the core crew and action unit to be present on the set. Because of this strategy, the unit was able to ignore all outside distractions and concentrate entirely on meeting the performance and technical requirements of the decisive combat.

O Romeo is the most recent installment in Bhardwaj and Kapoor's highly acclaimed and fruitful working relationship. Industry insiders are predicting that this new project will follow in the footsteps of their previous collaborations, which have frequently included dramatic themes and character-driven storytelling.

Post-production and release date set

The film is now entering its post-production phase as the last sequence is wrapped. O Romeo is all set to release during the Valentine's Day 2026 weekend, that is, February 13, 2026. With the violent climax finally over, it looks like the film is getting close to the final edit, further establishing its status as one of the duo's most awaited releases.

FAQs:

Q: When did Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj last work together?

A: Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj last worked together on the film Rangoon (2017). Their previous collaborations include the critically acclaimed Haider (2014) and Kaminey (2009).

Q: What is the name of Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj's new film?

A: Their new film, which recently wrapped up shooting, is titled O Romeo.

Q: Who plays the antagonist in O Romeo?

A: The antagonist role in O Romeo, who features in the film's intense climax duel, is played by actor Avinash Tiwary.

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