O’Romeo: Taskaree Actor Nitin Rao To Play A Pivotal Role Part In Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri’s Next

After earning widespread praise for his intense and layered performance in Netflix’s Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web, and following his appearances in films like Darbar with Rajinikanth and Samrat Prithviraj, actor Nitin Rao is taking a significant step forward in his Bollywood journey. Known for his naturalistic acting and ability to bring depth to every character, Rao has now been roped in for a pivotal role in Vishal Bhardwaj’s highly anticipated film O’Romeo.

Nitin Rao To Play A Crucial Role In Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri’s O’Romeo

O’Romeo, which already has audiences buzzing, stars Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri in the lead. It also brings together a truly powerful ensemble, including Nana Patekar, Avinash Tiwary, Vikrant Massey, Tamannaah Bhatia, Disha Patani, Farida Jalal and Aruna Irani, making it one of the most exciting projects on the horizon. With such a rich lineup of talent, O’Romeo promises to deliver a compelling blend of drama, emotion and gripping storytelling that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.

In the film, Nitin will be seen in a storyline‑defining character that plays a vital role in shaping the emotional and dramatic arc, alongside the top talent assembled by Bhardwaj. Known for his subtle intensity, he is expected to make a strong impression in what could be a key turning point in his cinematic career.

About The Film

Directed by visionary filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, O’Romeo is an Indian Hindi‑language action thriller that blends elements of romance, crime and raw emotion, crafted in Bhardwaj’s signature gritty style. The narrative is believed to be inspired by real events and explores passion, betrayal and vengeance against a backdrop of intense relationships and underworld dynamics, giving the film a rich, layered texture.

Set to release in theatres on February 13, 2026, perfectly timed for the Valentine’s Day weekend, O’Romeo has already sparked immense excitement thanks to its powerful cast, intriguing concept and Bhardwaj’s visionary direction. While the movie has generated conversations including legal buzz over its inspirations and character portrayals anticipation continues to grow for a cinematic experience that blends heartfelt drama with thrilling storytelling.

For Nitin Rao, stepping into O’Romeo is more than just another role it could be a defining moment that solidifies his place among Bollywood’s most compelling performers, sharing screen space with some of the industry’s finest actors in one of the year’s most awaited films.

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Grinell Jacinto

With nearly 10 years of experience, Grinell Esther Jacinto is the Desk Head of Bollywood Bubble. Her interests lie in everything that is kaleshi and she loves to dig deeper into the lives of B-town actors. She has a problem though – she loves horror films but will have chills the minute the theatres lights dims. She’s previously worked with Koimoi, UrbanAsian and SpotboyE.