Vishal Bhardwaj Reveals Why Triptii Dimri Was His Only Choice for 'O' Romeo'

• Director Vishal Bhardwaj cast Triptii Dimri as the lead in 'O' Romeo after being impressed by her performances in 'Bulbbul', 'Qala', and 'Animal'.
• Bhardwaj stated Triptii was his first and only choice for the character Afsha, citing her emotional intelligence and natural spark.
• He praised Triptii for retaining her simplicity and essence despite her success, attributing it to her 'Pahaadi' (mountain) background from Uttaranchal.
• Triptii Dimri's character, Afsha, is central to the film's emotional depth, showcasing intense chemistry with co-star Shahid Kapoor.
• 'O' Romeo, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, is set to release on February 13, 2026.

Why It Matters: Vishal Bhardwaj chose Triptii Dimri for 'O' Romeo due to her emotional intelligence and authentic simplicity.