Alia Bhatt's Alpha teaser sparks Hollywood comparison frenzy; Netizens bring up Ballerina, Salt and More

The much-awaited teaser of Alpha is finally here, giving audiences their first proper look at Alia Bhatt's entry into the YRF Spy Universe. Packed with explosions, hand-to-hand combat, bike chases and sleek visuals, the teaser has generated massive discussion online. While many viewers praised the film's scale and Alia's action-packed avatar, others quickly began drawing comparisons to several international action franchises.

Alia Bhatt's Spy Avatar Gets Fans Talking

Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha follows the story of a young woman who is trained from childhood to become an elite operative. The teaser introduces Alia Bhatt's character as a fearless fighter raised under the guidance of Bobby Deol's mysterious character. From intense combat sequences to high-speed action set pieces, the actress is seen stepping into one of the most physically demanding roles of her career.

Several social media users appreciated the film's ambition and its attempt to place a female-led action story at the centre of the YRF Spy Universe. However, not everyone was convinced. Many viewers felt the teaser resembled a video game because of its highly polished visuals and stylised action sequences. Comments describing it as "looking like a video game" quickly gained traction across platforms.

Comparisons To Ballerina, Salt And Other Action Films

A large section of viewers pointed out similarities between Alpha and other popular female-led action titles. Some called it the "Indian version of Ballerina," referring to the Ana de Armas film set in the John Wick universe. Others compared Alia's character to Angelina Jolie's role in Salt, while a few users even spotted shades of Atomic Blonde, Tomb Raider and Alia's own Hollywood project, Heart of Stone.

One viral comment summed up the internet's mood by describing the film as "Ballerina + Atomic Blonde + Lara Croft = Alpha." Meanwhile, Alia's costume and action style also reminded some viewers of iconic adventure and spy characters from international franchises.

Fans Wonder Why Sharvari Is Missing

Apart from the comparisons, another major talking point was Sharvari's absence from the teaser. Since the actress has been heavily promoted as a key part of the film, many fans expected her to feature prominently in the first glimpse. Social media was flooded with questions asking why she was not shown.

After multiple release date changes due to extensive VFX work, Alpha is now set to hit theatres worldwide on July 3, 2026. Whether the film lives up to the enormous expectations remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the teaser has already succeeded in getting everyone talking.