Alpha Gives the YRF Spy Universe Its First Female Lead

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An action scene from Alpha (2026), the YRF Spy Universe film starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari

Alpha opens July 3. Alia Bhatt is the first female lead in the YRF Spy Universe, the Bollywood action franchise behind Tiger, Pathaan, and War.

Seven films in, Bollywood's biggest spy franchise finally puts a woman at the center. Shiv Rawail directs his feature debut. Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor are back from earlier entries.

For Pathaan and Tiger 3 fans. Or anyone looking for a big, propulsive action film this Fourth of July weekend.

Watch Pathaan first if you are new to the franchise. It sets up everything this universe has built.

When the biggest Bollywood action franchise says her turn, you show up.

Quick Facts

Alpha Gives the YRF Spy Universe Its First Female Lead

DirectorShiv Rawail

CastAlia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Dibyendu Bhattacharya

GenreAction, Thriller

Release2026-07-03

Runtime141 min

RatedNew Release

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Alpha is in theaters Thursday. Alia Bhatt is the first female lead in the YRF Spy Universe. Seven films in and it is finally her turn.