Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Alpha Sets Netflix Premiere After Mixed Theatrical Response
Alpha is a spy action movie starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari.
They play Sita and Durga, two women connected by family and a dangerous mission.
Sita is trained by a rogue commander using a special healing serum.
She later works with Durga to stop the commander’s secret soldier program.
Bobby Deol plays the main villain, while Anil Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan also appear.
The movie is the first female-led spy thriller in Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe.
It was shown in cinemas in July 2026, although reports disagree about whether the date was July 3 or July 10.
Netflix will let people watch it online from August 28, which is Raksha Bandhan.
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s female-led spy thriller Alpha will stream on Netflix from August 28, 2026.
Netflix announced the digital premiere date, which coincides with the Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan.
Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film also features Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor and a cameo by Hrithik Roshan.
Most reports say Alpha reached cinemas on July 3, 2026, while Telegraph India lists July 10.
The film received mixed reviews and reportedly earned about Rs 99 crore worldwide against a Rs 100 crore budget.
- Who
- Alia Bhatt and Sharvari lead the cast; Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan also appear, and Shiv Rawail directed the film.
- What
- Alpha is a female-led spy action thriller moving to Netflix after its theatrical release.
- When
- Netflix will stream the film from August 28, 2026; reports differ on its theatrical release date, citing July 3 or July 10, 2026.
- Where
- The film will stream on Netflix after its cinema release.
- Why
- Netflix announced the online premiere after Alpha’s theatrical run, giving audiences another way to watch the film.
Critical Reservations
Franchise and Action Appeal
Reception
Critical Reservations
Reports describe mixed reactions and say the film underperformed, with criticism focused on its story and portrayal of spies.
Franchise and Action Appeal
Other coverage emphasizes the film’s high-octane action, espionage elements, performances and connection to the Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe.
Female-led franchise entry
Critical Reservations
The film’s female-led format did not prevent the mixed critical and audience response reported by several sources.
Franchise and Action Appeal
The central roles for Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are presented as a fresh expansion of the previously male-led spy franchise.
Story and concept
Critical Reservations
One review described Alpha as a mishmash of elements resembling Captain America and Wolverine and said it lacked fresh ideas.
Franchise and Action Appeal
The film presents an ambitious story involving elite agents, a healing serum, powerful enemies and a secret military program.
- Streaming platform
- Netflix
- Digital release date
- August 28, 2026
- Festival connection
- The Netflix premiere coincides with Raksha Bandhan
- Theatrical release date
- Most reports cite July 3, 2026; Telegraph India cites July 10, 2026
- Director
- Shiv Rawail
- Lead cast
- Alia Bhatt and Sharvari
- Franchise
- Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe
- Reported box office
- About Rs 99 crore worldwide on a Rs 100 crore budget
Sources
‘Alpha’ OTT release- When and where to watch Alia Bhatt, Sharvari-starrer spy thriller - Telegraph India
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