Fact Check: Alia Bhatt, Sharvari's Alpha to have direct-to-OTT or theatrical release? YRF answers
A few weeks ago, there was a report that mentioned that the makers might rethink whether to make Alpha a direct-to-OTT release or theatrical. Now, the YRF spokesperson brushed off the rumours.
Sharvari and Alia Bhatt for Alpha
Last Updated: 05.23 PM, Feb 23, 2026
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari will be seen in the upcoming spy action film, Alpha. The much-anticipated action entertainer, a female-led spy action film, will hit theatres in April 2026. The big screen release of Alia and Sharvari starrer spy thriller Alpha is uncertain, with industry buzz hinting at a possible shift to a direct OTT premiere. But the YRF spokesperson has cleared the rumours.
Alpha to have theatrical release?
The YRF spokesperson confirmed to Variety India that Alpha is going to stream directly aims at putting a heroine-fronted film in an unflattering light. "Yash Raj Films will never put films from its theatrical slate directly to streaming. We are a studio that takes immense pride in making cinematic experiences. Alpha is a tentpole movie for the company," the spokesperson shared.
The statement further read that Alpha is their attempt to mount something incredibly special. "With one of the finest actors of our country, Alia Bhatt, headlining the film, along with another brilliant young actor, Sharvari. We are hopeful that we have made a good film in ‘Alpha’ and it will entertain everyone and prove that audiences will give the same amount of love to this film as they shower upon other action movies,” it stated.
In a new interview with ETimes, Alia Bhatt has spoken about doing Yash Raj Films' Alpha and added, “I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again – I don’t consider Heart of Stone an action film for me. It was an action world, but my character wasn’t action-oriented in that sense. With Alpha, the opportunity to actually do action is something I’m supremely excited about."
When will Alpha release in theatres?
Alpha was originally scheduled for December 25, 2025, but was later postponed to April 17, 2026. The film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead roles. Alpha is the seventh instalment in the YRF Spy Universe and the first to feature female leads, directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Aditya Chopra.
The film focuses on high-stakes, action-packed espionage, featuring Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor. It promises intense, high-octane action sequences, aimed at delivering a fresh, adrenaline-fueled experience.
FAQs
Q: Is Alpha produced by YRF?
A: Yes. Alpha is the seventh instalment in the YRF Spy Universe and the first to feature female leads, directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Aditya Chopra.
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 will hit cinemas on April 17, 2026, as of now.