Shahid Kapoor's O Romeo Sparks Row: Hussain Ustara's Daughter Slams Makers for 'Distorting Facts'

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A controversy has erupted over the upcoming film O Romeo, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and starring Shahid Kapoor. The movie is said to be inspired by the life of Hussain Ustara, a Mumbai-based individual who famously feuded with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. However, Ustara's family, particularly his daughter Sanober Shaikh, has taken issue with the film's portrayal of her father. In an interview, Sanober clarified that she did not threaten the filmmakers, but rather sent them a legal notice. She alleged that the team never sought permission from the family to make a film inspired by her late father's life and that they have mischaracterized him as a gangster. Sanober claimed that her father was a humble and kind person who helped the police in their efforts to combat gang culture. She expressed concern that the film's portrayal of him as a violent individual has caused problems for the family, with people contacting them to ask about his life and comparing him to the character in the film. The makers of O Romeo have denied any wrongdoing, stating that the film is not a biopic or documentary but rather inspired by real-life events. However, Sanober argued that the film's use of her father's likeness and depiction of his life has caused harm to the family's reputation. The controversy surrounding O Romeo has sparked debate about the ethics of making films inspired by real-life events without the consent of those involved. Sanober's comments have raised questions about the responsibility of filmmakers to accurately portray their subjects and respect the privacy and dignity of those they depict. O Romeo is set to be released in theatres on February 13, starring Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar, Vikrant Massey, Avinash Tiwary, Disha Patani, and others. The film is written and directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala.