The makers of Shahid Kapoor-starrer O’Romeo have reportedly cancelled the upcoming trailer launch event of their movie. If a latest report by Pinkvilla is to be believed, the decision has been taken amid
security concerns following allegations by the daughter of Hussain Ustara. Reportedly, she not only sent a legal notice to the makers of O’Romeo but also demanded a ransom of Rs 2 crore from the film’s team.
While more details are awaited, it should also be noted that the makers have not issued any official statement regarding the cancellation of the trailer launch event.
What Does Hussain Ustara’s Daughter Say?
Just a few days back, after a teaser of O’Romeo was released, a legal notice was sent to the filmmakers by the daughter of Hussain Ustara, Sanober Shaikh. In the notice, Hussain’s daughter claimed that she believes there is a wrong portrayal of her father in the Vishal Bhardwaj directorial, and asked for compensation of Rs 2 crores.
“The letter has been addressed to producer Sajid Nadiadwala of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and director Vishal Bhardwaj last week. It claims that O Romeo probably shows Hussain Ustara in a bad light, thereby impacting the family’s reputation. Hence, she has asked for Rs. 2 crores for the same. Along with the monetary demand, Sanober has also reportedly requested the makers to halt or cancel the film’s release until her concerns are addressed to her satisfaction,” a report by Bollywood Hungama claimed.
About O’Romeo
O Romeo is Sajid Nadiadwala and Vishal Bhardwaj’s debut collaboration. The film also marks Vishal’s reunion with Shahid after over eight years. The two previously worked together on films like Kaminey (2009), Haider (2014), and Rangoon (2017). The film is also Triptii Dimri’s debut collaboration with Vishal and Shahid.
The teaser of the movie reveals that O’Romeo is set against the backdrop of unrequited love in a deeply emotional and turbulent narrative that explores passion, pain and the irreversible consequences of love denied. In the clip, Shahid Kapoor is seen flaunting his full-body tattoo. He is also seen fighting goons and firing gunshots. The teaser then introduces the rest of the cast of the movie – Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, Avinash Tiwary, Disha Patani, Aruna Irani, Vikrant Massey, and Tamannaah Bhatia. Farida Jalal is also seen showcasing her savage avatar in the teaser.
O’Romeo is scheduled to hit theatres on February 13.
