Alia Bhatt’s Alpha is facing a high-stakes test. Projections suggest a modest Rs 4.5 crore opening, struggling to break the female-led action barrier.

Despite Spy Universe ties, pre-release skepticism looms large. With heavy hitters like Welcome to the Jungle dominating the July pipeline, can Alpha defy the odds?

The industry is watching—will the star power ignite or fizzle out at the box office?