Alia Bhatt & Sharvari Wagh's social media PDA goes viral amid Alpha OTT deal drama

Alia Bhatt’s BAFTA debut turned into a proud moment not just for her fans but also for her Alpha co-star Sharvari. As the actor took centre stage at the 79th British Academy Film Awards in London, it wasn’t just her confident presence that won hearts. It was the warmth, the culture, and the quiet support waiting for her back home.

A Desi Greeting at a Global Stage

Making her first appearance as a presenter at the prestigious ceremony, Alia stepped onto the stage at London’s Royal Festival Hall and began with a graceful “Namaskar.” The Hindi greeting instantly stood out at the international event. She then smoothly explained in English that she had just introduced the award for Best Film Not in the English Language.

Her message was simple yet powerful. Cinema may exist in different tongues, she said, but the emotion behind it is universal. The moment struck a chord online, with fans praising her for representing India with ease and dignity.

The 79th edition of the British Academy Film Awards saw Alia presenting the trophy for Best Film Not in the English Language, placing her among a global line-up of artists celebrating world cinema.

Sharvari’s Public Cheer for Alia

While fans flooded social media with love, it was Sharvari’s reaction that caught attention. The actor shared a clip of Alia’s speech on her Instagram Stories and called it “simply iconic!!!” Alia was quick to repost it with an affectionate reply, calling her “too cute.”

Interestingly, the two have rarely displayed their off-screen bond publicly. But with Alpha back in the spotlight, their light-hearted exchange has only added to the excitement around the film.

Alpha’s Release Drama: Theatre Over OTT

Speaking of Alpha, the film has been making headlines for more than one reason. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the spy thriller is part of the ambitious YRF Spy Universe. Recent reports suggested that the makers were considering a direct OTT release after the lukewarm response to War 2. There were even whispers of a huge digital deal being offered.

However, industry reports now indicate that Yash Raj Films chose to decline the OTT offer and is committed to a theatrical release for Alpha, which stars Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, and Bobby Deol. The film’s release has already seen multiple shifts due to VFX delays and scheduling changes to avoid box-office clashes.

Now audiences are waiting to see whether the spy thriller lives up to its growing hype on the big screen.