Saturday, July 4, 2026

Alpha Movie Review

ALPHA is mounted on a grand scale but suffers due to a weak script

Rating : 2.0  

Star Cast: Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol  

Director: Shiv Rawail  

Alpha Movie Review Synopsis:  
ALPHA is the story of a menacing killing machine.
Away from the eyes of the world, Lt Col Fateh Singh Lakhawat (Bobby Deol) is training a girl named Sita (Alia Bhatt).She's no ordinary human being.Her blood flows with the 'Alpha' serum.As a result, she has superhuman abilities and the potential to emerge as India's greatest soldier.However, due to circumstances, she goes rogue and is now after RAW chief Vikrant Kaul (Anil Kapoor).While monitoring his movements, she realises that he frequently goes to Valladolid, Spain, to meet Durga (Sharvari).Sita is intrigued by Vikrant's connection with Durga.Soon, she realizes that she also has a bond with both of them.What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Alpha Movie Story Review:  
Uday Chopra's story shows promise but then gets weak later on.
Soumil Shukla and Shridhar Raghavan's screenplay is peppered with several action and thrilling moments.Yet, it doesn't give a high as it gives a been-there-done-that feeling.Moreover, logic takes a massive backseat.Ishita Moitra's dialogues are fine and tries to enhance the impact of some scenes.

Shiv Rawail's direction is not up to the mark.
To give credit where it's due, he mounts the film on a grand scale.Moreover, the first 20 minutes are exceptional and remind one of Salim-Javed and Manmohan Desai films.There are too many twists and a few of them do catch viewers unawares.Technically, the film is top-class, without a shred of doubt.

However, once the characters are introduced and the focus shifts to the present-day, the film falls like a pack of cards.
Several developments are bewildering.For instance, Sita claiming that she came to meet Vikrant and Durga to have a conversation will lead to unintentional laughter, as just a few minutes before, we see her attacking them as if she wants to finish them off.The cinematic liberties continue in the second half, and it goes to another level.Another major issue is that in the very beginning, we see Sita killing people who are considered national assets.After that sequence, it becomes difficult to accept her as a heroic character.The makers have added a patriotism angle and yet, it doesn̢۪t work as intended.The twist in the Fateh Singh Lakhawat track is unpredictable.However, it may lead to backlash.


Alpha Movie Review Performances:  
Alia Bhatt rises above the weak script and delivers a performance which is authentic and effortless.
Watch out for her in scenes where she sees Durga and realizes what all she has missed in life.She conveys a lot without speaking, and this shows her worth as an actor.Sharvari plays a far more likeable character.She has an arresting screen presence and looks great in action scenes.Anil Kapoor, as always, is quite dependable.Bobby Deol is menacing as the villain and is the apt choice.Dibyendu Bhattacharya (Dr Verghese) lends able support.Dia Mirza (Janki) is lovely.Hrithik Roshan (Kabir) is dashing, but his cameo fails to entice.

Alpha movie music and other technical aspects:  
Rohansh and Abeer's music is disappointing, which is shocking, considering that all films of the YRF Spy Universe have had at least one hit song.
But one song that stands out is 'Vaar Vaar'.'Bam Bam', 'Haniya Ve', 'Champagne' etc fail to impress.'Massacre' is played in the end credits.It is visually striking but also seems out of place.Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara's background score is in sync with the film̢۪s mood.

Rubais' cinematography is spectacular.
Subrata Chakraborty and Amit Ray's production design is top-class.Craig Macrae and Sunil Rodrigues' action is entertaining and a bit gory.Aki Narula, Natasha Vohra, Deepali Singh Raseen and Gunpreet Kaur Mann's costumes are glamorous while yFX's VFX is first-rate.Aarif Sheikh's editing is fine.

Alpha Movie Review Conclusion:  
On the whole, ALPHA is mounted on a grand scale and boasts spectacular action sequences and fine performances by its lead actors.
However, the film suffers considerably due to a weak script and lacklustre direction.After WAR 2 [2025], it is yet another underwhelming offering from the YRF Spy Universe.At the box office, the film will register a respectable opening, but its long-term prospects appear dim.

Friday, July 3, 2026

After Lagaan, Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowarikar’s next is titled Lalkaar

 Twenty-five years after Lagaan, Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowarikar are coming back together for another sports drama.The movie is set to start filming in October 2026.It's based on the life of Lala Amarnath and takes place during the 1947 Partition of India and Pakistan.


Right now, the team is busy preparing for the film. Source has learned from industry insiders that the project has a title, and it's expected to impress audiences a lot.A source shared that the duo has chosen the name Lalkaar."After Lagaan, it's time for Lalkaar.The title brings back memories of their popular film and also promises something fresh.Just like Lagaan, this story is also an emotional journey set around cricket," the source said.


Besides Aamir Khan, the team is looking for another actor for the second lead, and they will announce that soon.

The movie is written by Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi, and it's being produced by Excel Entertainment.

Shah Rukh Khan inaugurates Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Los Angeles as venue hosts first Major League Cricket match

Shah Rukh Khan and the Knight Riders Group have celebrated a big moment in world cricket with the opening of the Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Los Angeles.The ground officially played its first Major League Cricket (MLC) match, where the Los Angeles Knight Riders faced the Washington Freedom.This event marks a key step in growing cricket in the US.


The new stadium is the first international cricket venue built by a global cricket team, showing the Knight Riders Group’s long-term plan to grow the sport through great infrastructure.


Built to international standards, the Knight Riders Cricket Ground has eight playing areas on the main square, ICC-sized fields and six floodlights that are 120 feet high.
More than 32,000 metric tonnes of earth were moved during construction to build a top-level cricketing place.

Speaking about this achievement, Shah Rukh Khan, who is part of the Knight Riders Group, said, "What began as a dream has now become a reality.
Bringing cricket, the second most-watched sport in the world, to Los Angeles is a big moment for all of us.Through this long-term partnership with Fairplex and Knight Riders, we are doing more than just building a cricket ground.We are creating a space that brings together community, togetherness, energy and entertainment.

"It's a place for sport, for families, and for memories that will last a lifetime.
We hope this becomes a home for cricket in Los Angeles and inspires future fans and players.This is for Los Angeles, for cricket fans around the world, and for the Knight Riders family.Believe in Purple and Gold," he added.

Venky Mysore, CEO of Knight Riders Sports, also spoke highly of the project, saying, "The Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA is more than just a stadium; it is a sign of where cricket is heading.
Becoming the first global cricket brand to open an international cricket stadium is a proud moment for Knight Riders and shows we believe in growing the game with top-quality facilities.We wanted to create a place that players would love playing at, fans would love visiting, and the community could be proud to call their cricket home."  

The celebrations were added to by NBA champion Ron Artest, known as Metta World Peace, who bowled the ceremonial first ball at the opening MLC match.
His involvement showed the growing link between cricket and American sports, and highlighted the Knight Riders Group's efforts to make cricket a part of LA's sporting scene.

The Knight Riders Cricket Ground will host Major League Cricket matches from July 1 to July 5, supporting cricket's growing presence in the US and helping the Knight Riders Group achieve their goal of making the sport more available to new audiences worldwide.

YRF secures a wide release for Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s Alpha; 9000 shows across 2750 screens

Distribution plays a key role in the film industry, and Yash Raj Films is known for having the best distribution network.As Alpha is being released this week, Yash Raj Films has arranged for a wide release for this Spy Thriller starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari.

According to the latest data from Bollywood Hungama, Alpha is set to be shown on 2750 screens across the country, which is one of the widest releases ever for a film led by a female actor in India.

Moreover, the film is being shown in over 9000 showtimes nationwide, which is more than several big films that released in the past year.

YRF has given the film a release that matches its potential, and with enough screens, it has the chance to make a big impact on the weekend if the reports are positive.

"In a time when many films are having trouble getting a proper release in a busy market, YRF has managed to get a strong release for Alpha, which shows their strong support and influence.It's a busy time with films like Welcome to the Jungle, Cocktail 2, and Main Vaapas Aaunga, but Alpha has managed to hold its own thanks to YRF's strong distribution system," said a trade source.

Earlier reports from source mentioned that Alpha is expected to sell about 35,000 tickets through the national chains and is targeting an opening day collection of Rs.
7 crore.

Alpha Box Office Prediction: Film to open in Rs. 7-8 crores range, is the first spy universe movie to arrive as an underdog

After changing its release date a few times, the movie Alpha is finally coming to theaters this Friday.Originally, it was set for the Christmas weekend last year but was moved forward.The official reason was that the film needed more time in post-production and to find the right time to release.However, now it's coming out between two big comedy films, Welcome To The Jungle and Dhamaal 4.Even though there are other movies coming out around the same time, Alpha is getting the biggest release.It's also getting a good chance to shine.

#Alpha Box Office Prediction: The film is expected to open in the range of Rs.
7-8 crores and is the first spy universe movie to arrive as an underdog.

Photos: Alia Bhatt and Sharvari were spotted at dance rehearsals for their film Alpha.

This is the latest movie from the spy universe.
Usually, these films get the biggest release and come out alone, with a big blockbuster showing.Movies like Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan proved that.Even later releases like Tiger 3 and War 2 also did well in India.Compared to that, Alpha is having a much smaller release, and there are two reasons for that.First, there has been a lot of negative talk about the spy universe, especially after War 2.Second, this movie is led by two female stars, Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, which has its own challenges.

Because of this, for the first time ever, a big movie like this is arriving as an underdog.
People aren't expecting much from it, and if it can entertain even reasonably, it will surprise the audience.It's hoped that it does so so that the spy universe doesn't fade and we can see more Pathaan and Tiger movies.For now, the film is expected to open in the range of Rs.7-8 crores.If the content is good, there's a chance it could do well in the evening and even cross the 9 crores mark.

Baby Do Die Do Movie

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Saleem Siblings

Release Date
03 July 2026

Genre
Crime
Thriller

Language
Hindi

Director
Nachiket Samant

Producer
Saqib Saleem
Huma Qureshi

Star Cast
Huma Qureshi ...
Sikandar Kher ...
Saqib Saleem ...
Chunky Panday ...
Rachit Singh ...
Seema Pahwa ...

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India

Alpha Movie

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Yash Raj Films

Language

Hindi

Tamil

Telugu

Release Date

03 July 2026

Genre

Action

Thriller

Director

Shiv Rawail

Producer

Aditya Chopra

Star Cast

Alia Bhatt ... Sita / Alpha

Sharvari ...

Anil Kapoor ...

Bobby Deol ...

Hrithik Roshan ... Cameo

Writer

Uday Chopra

Co-Producer

Akshaye Widhani

Music Director

Abeer

Rohansh

Lyricist

Kumaar

Anvita Dutt

Kausar Munir

Rohansh

Abeer

Editor

Aarif Sheikh

Cinematographer

Rubais

Screenplay

Soumil Shukla

Shridhar Raghavan

Dialogue

Ishita Moitra

Casting Director

Shanoo Sharma

Executive Producer

Padam Bhushan

Background Music

Sanchit Balhara

Ankit Balhara

Choreographers

Vijay Ganguly

Bosco Martis

Costume Designer

Aki Narula

Natasha Vohra

Deepali Singh Raseen

Gunpreet Kaur Mann

Shooting Location(City & Country)

India

Sound

Ganesh Gangadharan

Debasish Mishra

Music Company

YRF Music

Production Designer

Subrata Chakraborty

Amit Ray