#ICYMI: Vishal Bhardwaj's O Romeo teaser drops; Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3 trailer released

From the teaser release of the highly anticipated O Romeo to a fresh slate of announcements, here’s everything you might have missed from the entertainment industry!

Apart from the PR's running stories taking centre stage, playful promos that blur the line between reel and real, to dark, wacky teasers and classic stories being reimagined for a new generation, this week’s entertainment news has been anything but quiet. Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’Romeo promises a bloody, eccentric spin while Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos leans into meta-humour with Aamir Khan becoming part of the joke. There’s nostalgia and mystery in the air too, with Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials gearing up to unravel another stylish whodunnit, and The Death of Robin Hood offering a brooding, unexpected take on a familiar legend. Add to that franchise returns, international collaborations, and streaming originals across genres, and this roundup brings together the most talked-about trailers, promos, and first looks that are setting the tone for what’s coming next.

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O’Romeo teaser teases Vishal Bhardwaj and Shahid Kapoor’s gritty underworld romance

The teaser for O’Romeo, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, offers a dark, tattooed, intense glimpse at a love story wrapped in violence and rebellion set against an underworld backdrop. Also featuring stars like Tamannaah Bhatia, Nana Patekar, Farida Jalal, and Avinash Tiwary across its ensemble, the film marks the fourth collaboration between Kapoor and Bhardwaj. Slated for a theatrical release on February 13, 2026, marrying Bhardwaj’s signature storytelling with a stylised crime drama narrative.

The Death of Robin Hood & Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials

The Death of Robin Hoodhas unveiled its trailer, starring Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer, and Bill Skarsgård, setting up a darker, more reflective reinvention of the legendary tale. Meanwhile, Netflix dropped the trailer for Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, a suspense-filled adaptation debuting January 15, 2026, that promises classic whodunit thrills and mysterious twists in line with Christie’s legacy. 

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos promo sparks real vs reel chaos

A new promotional clip for Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos has been making waves online, as comedian Sunil Grover’s Aamir Khan impersonation, earlier popularised on The Great Indian Kapil Show, leads to a hilarious office mix-up with the real Aamir Khan himself. The light-hearted promo, featuring Vir Das alongside Khan and Grover, has become a talking point for its playful, self-aware approach to film marketing ahead of the project’s friday release.

Relationship Goals starring Kelly Rowland and Method Man ignite Prime Video rom-com

Prime Video’s upcoming romantic comedy Relationship Goals, starring Kelly Rowland and Cliff “Method Man” Smith, is set to premiere globally on February 4, 2026. Based on Pastor Michael Todd’s bestselling book, it blends career ambition with love, as Leah and Jarrett find themselves reliving a complex relationship while competing for the same job in New York’s media world. Directed by Linda Mendoza and featuring a supporting ensemble the trailer emphasizes humour, tender chemistry, and real-world relationship themes just in time for Valentine’s Day. 

Him, Her and Fuji is an Indo-Japanese romance that unveils first look at festival

The bilingual romance Him, Her and Fuji (Toh Ti Ani Fuji) has released its first look ahead of its world premiere at the 24th Pune International Film Festival. Shot across India and Japan, the film reunites actors Lalit Prabhakar and Mrinmayee Godbole as a former couple who reconnect years after their breakup amid the scenic backdrop of Mount Fuji. Directed by Mohit Takalkar, the project explores to blend cross-cultural settings with intimate storytelling.

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Mardaani 3 trailer shows Rani Mukerji races against time in gritty crime thriller

The official trailer for Mardaani 3 has dropped, bringing back Rani Mukerji as the uncompromising cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in another high-stakes narrative. This instalment sees Shivani, now with the NIA, racing to rescue dozens of missing young girls from a ruthless beggar mafia led by a chilling female antagonist, Amma (Mallika Prasad), marking a dark new twist for the franchise. The trailer showcases intense confrontations, relentless pursuit scenes, and Mukerji’s trademark steely determination. Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, YRF’s Mardaani 3 hit theatres on January 30, 2026, continuing the series’ legacy.

Sophie Turner's Steal teaser is out

The first teaser for the upcoming series The Steal, starring Sophie Turner, has been released, introducing us to a slick blend of intrigue, heist elements and character complexity. While plot specifics are all a mystery, early visuals suggest a stylish narrative with Turner at the centre of a high-stakes world.

Tamil drama 'Tourist Family' is contending for Oscars Best Picture

The Tamil film Tourist Family, starring Sasikumar S Simran, has made a significant mark by entering the Oscars Best Picture longlist, giving the regional drama international visibility ahead of the 98th Academy Awards. The story centres on a family’s quest for a better future and the emotional challenges they face along the way. Getting recognition in the Oscar race is a major milestone for Tamil cinema, underlining the global resonance of heartfelt, character-driven storytelling. 

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Wrecking Crew’s action-packed trailer promises big thrills

The trailer for Wrecking Crew has dropped, teasing explosive action sequences and an ensemble cast ready to deliver high-octane thrills. With visuals focused on dramatic stunts and dynamic world-building, the film positions itself as a major action entry for 2026. It releases on January 28, 2026!

Cheekatilo a thriller starring Sobhita Dhulipala arrives January 23

The true crime podcast craze finally reaches India too! With Sobhita Dhulipala in a compelling central role, Cheekatilo follows a frustrated journalist determined to tell real stories about real people. Her pursuit leads her to start a true-crime podcast, gradually pulling her into a chilling investigation that uncovers a serial-killer murder mystery. Prime Video has announced that Cheekatilo will stream from January 23, 2026.

Space Gen – Chandrayaan is a Hotstar Specials that charts India’s lunar mission

Space Gen – Chandrayaan, a Hotstar Specials original series, debuts on JioHotstar from January 23, 2026. The series explores the untold stories of the scientists behind India’s Chandrayaan missions, blending science, ambition, and national pride. With a focus on the human side of scientific achievement, Space Gen, starringNakuul Mehta, Shriya Saran, Prakash Belawadi, Danish Sait, and Gopal Datt, aims to celebrate not just the technology of space exploration but the journeys of the people who made it possible.

Well, that wraps up our updates, hope you enjoyed it!

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