Post by : Bianca Qureshi
Alia Bhatt has described her upcoming movie Alpha as her "first action film," a statement that has sparked discussion on social media. The actor made the remark during her appearance at the Gucci Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Show at Milan Fashion Week.
Alpha, directed by Shiv Rawail and co-starring Sharvari and Bobby Deol, is set to release on December 25, 2025. Bhatt, who serves as Gucci's global brand ambassador, expressed her excitement about the project, saying, “Wow, it’s pretty close. That’s a big one for me because it’s my first venture into action, and I’m really curious to see how the audience connects with that.”
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Bhatt’s comment quickly caught attention online, with many users referencing her earlier films that involved action sequences. Titles such as Jigra and Heart of Stone were highlighted, with some viewers questioning why these were excluded from her list of action films. Other users also noted past films including Shaandar, Sadak, and Kalank.
Alpha marks the seventh installment in Yash Raj Films' spy universe and continues Bhatt’s collaboration with prominent Bollywood actors. She also has another high-profile project, Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, slated for a 2026 release.
As anticipation builds for Alpha, fans and critics alike are watching to see how Bhatt handles her action debut.
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