New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- The theatrical release of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's spy-action thriller 'Alpha' has come under scrutiny following speculation that the film may bypass cinemas for a direct OTT premiere.
The speculation was rife that Yash Raj Films (YRF) had sealed a substantial digital deal with Netflix India, reportedly valued at around Rs 215 crore, for a straight-to-streaming release. However, the studio has firmly dismissed the claims, reiterating its commitment to a theatrical rollout.
In an official statement to Variety India, a YRF spokesperson clarified that reports of 'Alpha' heading directly to streaming are unfounded. The statement described the rumours as an attempt to cast a heroine-led film in an "unflattering light" an...