Nana Patekar walks out of O’Romeo trailer launch event, here`s why

Vishal Bharadwaj and Shahid Kapoor are collaborating for the fourth time for the actioner O’Romeo. The trailer of the film was launched amidst the presence of the cast at a grand event in Mumbai. However, the event witnessed an unexpected moment when veteran actor Nana Patekar reportedly walked out, leaving attendees and onlookers surprised.

Nana Patekar exits O’Romeo trailer launch event

Veteran actor Nana Patekar reportedly walked out of the O’Romeo trailer launch event after a long wait for Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri. Nana made a grand entry at around 12 pm and was present as the event got underway. However, Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri arrived only around 1:30 pm and went on to unveil the film’s poster. After waiting for nearly one and a half hours, Nana chose to leave the venue—an incident that soon caught everyone’s attention.

Despite his exit, the makers and star cast happily interacted with the press and even posed for photographs. Present at the event were Sajid Nadiadwala, Vishal Bharadwaj, Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, and Farida Jalal.

About O’Romeo

O’Romeo introduces audiences to one such Romeo: Ustara—raw, untamed, and deeply conflicted—a gangster shaped by love and violence, portrayed by Shahid Kapoor in a commanding new avatar.

The trailer offers a gripping glimpse into a world driven by passion, power, and survival, set against the shadowy underbelly of Mumbai. Inspired by true events, this Vishal Bhardwaj directorial weaves together romance, action, and emotional depth with his signature storytelling style. Enhancing the film’s emotional landscape is the powerful collaboration of Vishal Bhardwaj with Arijit Singh and Gulzar Sahab. Backed by Sajid Nadiadwala, O’Romeo brings scale, intensity, and narrative ambition to the screen. It is all set to hit theatres this Valentine’s Day.

The film marks the fourth collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and the director after Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon. Their collaborations are marked by a shared commitment to complex characters and themes of moral ambiguity, grief, and psychological struggle. Vishal’s dark, layered narratives have perfectly complemented Shahid’s ability to bring depth and vulnerability to intense roles. Together, they have pushed mainstream cinema into exploring darker territories without compromising on entertainment value.