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Bhardwaj: 'O' Romeo' Explores Love and Violence Within
13 Feb
Summary
- Director Bhardwaj is deeply proud of his new film 'O Romeo'.
- The film explores the director's capacity for both love and violence.
- 'O Romeo' is inspired by a chapter from Hussain Zaidi's book.
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has shared his deep pride in his recently released film, 'O Romeo'. He reflected that the movie allowed him to understand his own significant capacity for both love and violence.
Bhardwaj noted a recurring theme of revenge in his past work, which he was previously unaware of. He feels compelled to address societal hatred, violence, and injustice, using his protagonist in 'O Romeo' to symbolically confront these issues.
Contrasting the film's violence is an intense depiction of love. Bhardwaj described this love as a force that saved him from drowning in the metaphorical pool of blood, highlighting his admiration for humanity.
Inspired by Hussain Zaidi's book 'Mafia Queens of Mumbai', 'O Romeo' tells the story of gangster Hussain Ustara, portrayed by Shahid Kapoor. The film also features Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, and Disha Patani.
Bhardwaj characterized 'O Romeo' as a blend of mass appeal, artistry, violence, poetry, love, and vengeance, mirroring his own complex emotions. The film premiered in theaters on Friday.
