Alia Bhatt’s Alpha direct-to-OTT or theatrical release? Answered

What caused the speculation of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh's Alpha direct-to-OTT release? Is it still going the theatrical route? Find Out!

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Alia Bhatt’s Alpha kept making headlines after there were claims that the movie would be releasing directly on OTT. If the case it would be the first movie from the YRF Spy Universe that would release directly on OTT. The upcoming offering will release after Hrithik Roshan’s War 2. The latest report suggests that Alpha is not opting for a direct-to-OTT release and will go the conventional theatrical route. So what’s the truth? Here’s what we know so far…

Is Alpha a direct-to-OTT release?

The buzz around Alia Bhatt-Sharvari Wagh’s Alpha being a direct-to-OTT release began when Deccan Chronicle quoted a source stating that Mardaani 3’s underperformance at the Box Office led the makers to rethink if they want Alpha for a theatrical or direct-to-OTT release, with them leaning towards the latter option.

Is Alpha clarified as theatrical release in late-2026?

Hours after the news break, Pinkvilla and India Today both quoted a source as saying that Alpha is headed for a theatrical release as originally planned. The film hopes to be out on the big screens in the third quarter of 2026. "The last schedule is currently in progress with Alia, Sharvari, Anil and Bobby at YRF Studios. The schedule will be wrapped up by next week, and makers are fully geared up for a theatrical release," the birdie told Pinkvilla.

What more do you need to know about Alpha?

Apart from Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, Alpha features Bobby Deol in the lead role. The movie promises high-octane action with special focus on visuals. Originally scheduled for April 17, 2026 release, trade analyst Taran Adarsh had shared that the movie is postponing its release date to avoid a clash with Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan.

For the uninitiated, the YRF Spy Universe currently includes all franchise films from Salman Khan’s Tiger universe, Hrithik Roshan’s War universe with Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan universe entering the mix with a bang in 2023.

Alpha FAQs

Q: What is the story of the movie Alpha Alia Bhatt?

A: Alpha features two fearsome female agents tackling dangerous missions in a thrilling world of espionage, as they navigate perilous situations, perform daring stunts, and encounter unexpected twists in this action-packed adventure.

Q: Who are the actors in Alpha?

A: Alpha stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead roles.

Q: When will Alpha release?

A: Alpha was scheduled for theatrical release on April 17, 2026.

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