Cast: Alia Bhatt, Khushi Hajare, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Dia Mirza…Director: Shiv Rawail Stars: 2** (2 stars)
The newly released film Alpha has received a mixed response from audiences, with viewers divided over its storyline, action sequences, and overall execution.
While some praised the performances of the lead cast, others criticized the film for its weak plot and excessive focus on action. Several viewers appreciated Alia Bhatt’s action-packed performance, calling it strong and impactful, while Bobby Deol’s role also stood out for many. Audiences praised Bobby Deol’s performance and felt he played the negative role convincingly.
However, not all reactions were favorable. A section of the audience described the film as “meaningless,” criticizing its story, direction, and music. Some viewers felt the film relied heavily on action sequences. Echoing a similar sentiment, one audience member said, “I saw the movie Alpha, but I didn’t like it much. The name of the movie was too big. That’s why I came to see the movie. But the story of the movie is not good at all.”
“The fighting is meaningless. 90% of the movie is fighting. It’s meaningless. I don’t think the movie will run. And the plot is also bad. The direction is very weak. The music is also not good. The story of the movie is not good. The story should be good. But the story is not good.”
Another mentioned, “I didn’t like the movie. Don’t expect too much from the movie. Alpha is a spy movie. But when you watch the movie, you won’t feel that you are watching a spy universe.”
A few audience members also praised the film, particularly highlighting Alia Bhatt’s action sequences and performance. One moviegoer said, “I liked the film. In the beginning, I didn’t like it much, but slowly the story got interesting. Bobby performed very well.”
Another remarked, “I really liked the movie. All the actors performed well. Bobby performed very well. Alia Bhatt’s acting was also good. Both halves were good. I really liked the title track.”
Overall, Alpha has opened to a divided response—while performances, especially of Alia Bhatt and Bobby Deol, have earned praise, the film’s storytelling and execution have left audiences split.
Directed by Shiv Rawail, “Alpha” is produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The spy thriller is the seventh film in the YRF Spy Universe and features Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in key roles.
The story revolves around an assassin on a mission to bring down her stepfather’s secret illegal soldier program, only to find herself facing another skilled assassin along the way.
Film opens to Rs 17.42 crore at global box office
Alpha, featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, has earned Rs 17.42 crore at the global box office.
The makers shared the box office numbers with a post on the official X handle on Saturday. It featured the film’s poster with the box office numbers written over it.
‘Alpha wins hearts worldwide. Day 1 worldwide gross Rs 17.42 crore,’ read the caption of the post. The film earned Rs 11.20 crore gross at the domestic box office and Rs 6.22 crore overseas.
The action thriller is directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Yash Raj Films. Alpha is the first female-led film in the studio’s interconnected Spy Universe.
The film follows two elite agents, played by Bhatt and Sharvari, who embark on a high-stakes mission to take on a dangerous adversary portrayed by Bobby Deol.
The cast also includes Anil Kapoor in a pivotal role, while Hrithik Roshan reprises his role as super-spy Kabir Dhaliwal in a special appearance.
Alpha is the latest addition to Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, which includes Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, Tiger 3 and War 2.
The film was released in theatres across the country on Friday in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages. (PTI)
