Alpha's Box Office Debut Marks Lowest in YRF Spy Universe The action thriller Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, opened to a net collection of ₹9 crore in India on its first day, marking the weakest debut in the YRF Spy Universe franchise. This figure falls significantly below the opening numbers of previous franchise hits like Pathaan (₹57 crore) and War 2 (₹52 crore). Despite a wide release across 7,534 screens, the film’s overall occupancy rate of approximately 20% suggests a cautious reception from audiences, though it performed better in major cities such as Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad. The total worldwide gross for the film reached ₹15.80 crore, according to Sacnilk. Critics and audiences reacted to Alpha with mixed opinions, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. While Alia Bhatt’s action sequences and the lead duo’s performances were praised, the film faced criticism for its predictable storyline, reliance on familiar tropes, and uneven pacing. The Indian Express noted the recycled plot elements and lack of originality, while the Hindustan Times described the film as emotionally underwhelming. Mid-Day pointed out tonal inconsistencies and criticized certain dialogues, contrasting with social media reactions that celebrated its visual spectacle. The Times of India also weighed in, emphasizing the divide in audience sentiment. Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha introduces Alia Bhatt as Sita and Sharvari as Durga, twin sisters embroiled in an espionage conflict over a super-soldier serum. The film features Bobby Deol as the antagonist, Anil Kapoor as their father, and Hrithik Roshan in a cameo role as Kabir. The plot blends high-stakes action with family drama, leaving some narrative threads open to suggest potential future installments in the franchise.#anil_kapoor #alia_bhatt #sharvari #yrf_spy_universe #shiv_rawail
