Alia Bhatt’s Alpha receives lukewarm response from critics

One of Bollywood’s most anticipated releases of the year, “Alpha”, has opened to mixed-to-negative reviews from critics, with many describing it as an underwhelming addition to the YRF Spy Universe.

Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead roles and marks the franchise’s first female-led spy thriller. While the film has been praised for its stylish action sequences, grand visuals, and polished production values, critics believe it falls short where it matters most – the writing.

The biggest criticism revolves around its predictable storyline, weak screenplay, and lack of emotional depth. Several reviewers have called the film formulaic, saying it follows familiar spy-thriller tropes without offering anything fresh. Others have also pointed out that the glamour and stylized presentation often overshadow the narrative.

Alia Bhatt’s performance has sparked debate, with some critics describing her as miscast in a high-octane action role. However, others have appreciated her sincere effort, even if they felt the script did not support her adequately. Sharvari’s performance has also received a mixed response.

One aspect that has drawn near-unanimous praise is Hrithik Roshan’s cameo, which many reviewers describe as one of the film’s biggest highlights.

Audience reactions on social media have been divided. While some viewers have enjoyed the action, visuals, and star power, many others have echoed critics’ concerns about the film’s predictable storytelling and uneven execution.