Alia Bhatt’s Alpha Opens at ₹57 Crore But Faces Tough Box Office Test

Alia Bhatt’s latest Hindi spy thriller, Alpha, has made a noticeable mark with an estimated ₹57 crore collection during its opening weekend, setting a significant benchmark for female-led films in India. Despite this strong start, the film’s high production cost—reportedly close to ₹150 crore—means that Alpha still has a formidable journey ahead to be declared a financial success.

Directed under the YRF banner, Alpha also stars Sharvari and forms part of the much-discussed YRF Spy Universe. However, the film has drawn mixed reactions, with several viewers labeling it as one of the weaker entries in the franchise. Social media chatter has been particularly critical, and trade analysts are closely watching the film’s weekday performance, which they describe as crucial for its long-term prospects.

Alpha isn’t alone in this box office battle. Other recent releases like Nagabandham, a big-budget mythological fantasy, and Rao Bahadur, starring Satya Dev, have also struggled to convert pre-release buzz into dominant ticket sales. Both competitors face their own hurdles, with only Rao Bahadur earning notable praise for its performances and technical finesse.

With new films such as Odyssey and Dhamaal 4 set to hit theatres soon, Alpha must hold strong in the coming days. All eyes are now on its weekday collections, which will be key in determining whether it can overcome mounting challenges and secure its place as a box office success.