Loved O Romeo? From Kaminey to Kabir Singh, five Shahid Kapoor movies you should watch this weekend

Shahid Kapoor and Tripti Dimri starrer O Romeo has hit the theatres today. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, O Romeo is based on Hussain Zaidi's book 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai'. In the movie, Shahid is seen playing the role of Ustara in the movie. It also features Tripti Dimri as the leading lady. O Romeo marks Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor’s reunion after more than eight years.

In O Romeo, Vishal Bhardwaj crafts a visually stunning gangster-romance led by Shahid Kapoor. The duo last collaborated on Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014), and Rangoon (2017).

Five must-watch movies of Shahid Kapoor:

If O Romeo impressed you with its Mumbai underworld mood, moral grey zones, and Shahid Kapoor’s intense screen presence, here are five intense movies of the actor that carry a similar dark, raw, or psychological edge:


Kaminey (2009): Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, Kaminey is a story of twin brothers who get entangled with gangsters, corrupt cops, and a cocaine deal gone wrong in Mumbai. While one brother pursues his dreams of wealth by breaking the law, another one tries to better his life through hard work and honesty. His portrayal of the dual role of Charlie and Guddu, twin brothers, distanced the actor from his then-strong image of the romantic hero. Kaminey matches the stylish neo-noir, street crime, betrayal vibe and has a chaotic underworld energy very close to O Romeo.

Where to watch: Netflix, Prime Video

Haider (2014): Haider is a Shakespearean revenge drama set amid insurgency in Kashmir and has been directed by Vishal Bharadwaj. The movie received applause from critics and audience for being intense, layered, and emotionally dark. In Haider, Shahid delivered one of his most intense, psychologically layered performances as he spiralled into the world of darkness while chasing truth and revenge. The movie also features Shraddha Kapoor and Tabu.

Where to watch: Zee5

Udta Punjab (2016): Udta Punjab delves into the terrifying depths of drug abuse amongst the youth of Punjab. Directed by Abhishek Chaubey, Udta Punjab focuses on gritty realism, crime ecosystem, and the collapse of morality. The film won Shahid Kapoor a lot of praise for his role and it also starred Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh. Over the years, it has gained cult status for its hard-hitting narrative and powerful performances.

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Where to watch: Netflix

Kabir Singh (2019): Directed by Sandeep Vanga Reddy, Shahid Kapoor plays the role of surgeon’s who goes on a self-destructive descent after heartbreak. Known for its controversial portrayal of misogyny and toxic masculinity, the film follows the story of a brilliant yet troubled medical student with anger issues and Schizotypal Personality Disorder, who forms a tumultuous relationship with Preeti Sikka (played by Kiara Advani), leading to a series of dramatic events. Kabir Singh is considered Shahid Kapoor's career-defining,, intense, and career-best solo act.

Where to watch: Netflix

Bloody Daddy (2023): Bloody Daddy, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, chronicles the story of one night when NCB officer Sumair Azad (Shahid Kapoor) goes to meet drug lord Sikander Choudhary (Ronit Bose Roy) in his club to return a bag of cocaine in exchange for his kidnapped teenage son. But things don’t go as per plan and what ensues is a 'bloody' fight. Shahid's heroic screen presence and performance was praised by the audience.

Where to watch: Jio Hotstar

What connects these to O Romeo?

All five films feature Shahid Kapoor in morally conflicted, dark, or crime-adjacent roles where:

The world is violent and unpredictable

His characters operate in grey zones

Intensity and psychological depth drive the story