Alia Bhatt’s highly anticipated action thriller Alpha, directed by Shiv Rawail, is firmly set for a theatrical release in the third quarter of 2026, putting to rest rumors about a direct-to-OTT premiere. The film, which also stars Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol, revolves around two fierce female agents navigating a high-stakes world of espionage.
Reliable sources confirm that the film is being crafted as a big-screen spectacle from the outset. Despite chatter on social media suggesting potential changes in the release strategy, the makers are committed to delivering a cinematic experience, complete with intense action sequences designed to thrill audiences.
The team is currently wrapping up the final schedule of filming at YRF Studios, with all principal cast members on set. “The last schedule is in progress with Alia, Sharvari, Anil, and Bobby. It is expected to wrap up by next week, keeping the film on track for its Q3 2026 theatrical release,” a source revealed.
Post-production work will begin shortly after the shoot wraps, ensuring that Alpha meets its planned cinema debut. The film marks a milestone in the Yash Raj Films spy universe as the first female-led action franchise, headlined by Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, expanding the scope of the studio’s high-octane cinematic universe.
Following YRF’s streak of blockbuster hits—including Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3—Alpha is poised to introduce audiences to a fresh and powerful narrative within the spy universe, blending action, intrigue, and compelling female-led storytelling.
