Alpha Movie Release LIVE: Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Spy Thriller Releases in Cinemas, X Users React
Early viewers praised the action and scale, but others criticized the casting, storytelling, music and pacing as the film opened with strong buzz.
- On Friday, July 3, 2026, the spy thriller Alpha released in cinemas, marking the first female-led project in the Yash Raj Films Spy Universe, starring Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol, and Anil Kapoor.
- Directed by Shiv Rawail, the production generated significant anticipation following its June 17 trailer release; the 140-minute action thriller received a UA 16+ certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification .
- Industry tracker Sacnilk reported the film grossed Rs 3.06 crore in advance bookings, reaching Rs 5.39 crore including blocked seats, while early viewers praised the ambitious scale and action sequences.
- Early social media reactions remain divided, with some users calling the film "atrociously pathetic" while critics argued Bhatt was miscast; however, Deol and Kapoor emerged as strong performers.
- Alpha now faces its ultimate box office test over the opening weekend, with performance determining whether it fulfills the promise of the expanding YRF Spy Universe.
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Alpha review: Alia shines, Sharvari sidelined, Pakistan angle returns
Rating: 2.5/5 There couldn’t have been a more telling start to Alpha than the one I witnessed. On its release day, July 3, I walked into a theatre in Hyderabad expecting the buzz that usually surrounds a Yash Raj Films Spy Universe release. Instead, I was greeted by rows of empty seats. Sadly, by the time the credits rolled, it all made sense. After months of promotions and sky-high expectations, Alpha finally arrives as Yash Raj Films’ first fe…
Alpha X review: First reactions to Alia Bhatt's spy thriller
Read our Alpha X review as Alia Bhatt and Sharvari lead YRF’s first female-driven Spy Universe thriller. Discover why audiences are praising the high-octane action, Sharvari’s breakout performance and Hrithik Roshan’s cameo, even as reactions remain mixed on the predictable screenplay and storytelling.
‘Alpha’ Twitter Review: Netizens Applaud Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s Power-Packed Action Sequences, Criticise Film’s Outdated and Boring Story | 🎥 LatestLY
'Alpha' officially debuted in theatres on July 3, 2026, as the franchise's first female-led installment starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari. Initial theatrical responses indicate that the high-octane action sequences and lead performances have been widely praised, though the overall narrative structure has deeply divided the audience.
As 'Alpha' releases in theatres today, Sunny Deol gives brother Bobby Deol heartfelt shoutout: 'All the best Bob! Can't wait to see it!!!'
Bobby Deol's new action thriller, 'Alpha,' releases in theaters today, with brother Sunny Deol showing his support. Set in the YRF Spy Universe, the film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari and presents Bobby in a gripping role that has already caught the public's attention. Additionally, fans can look forward to a surprise cameo from Hrithik Roshan, bringing his character from 'War' back to life, adding excitement to this cinematic experience.
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