Alia Bhatt's Alpha Teaser Sparks Controversy Over Similarities to Classic Films

The teaser for Alia Bhatt's upcoming film, Alpha, has ignited discussions online due to its perceived similarities with classic films, particularly the French movie La Femme Nikita. As fans express their excitement for this action thriller, many are questioning the originality of its scenes. The absence of co-star Sharvari has also raised eyebrows, leaving viewers curious about her role. With comparisons being drawn to various Hollywood productions, the film's release on July 3 is highly anticipated. Explore the reactions and insights surrounding this controversial teaser.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 10, 2026, 19:34 IST

Introduction to Alpha Teaser

The teaser for Alpha, featuring Alia Bhatt and Bobby Deol, was released by the film's creators on June 10. Directed by Shiv Rawail, this film marks Alia's entry into Aditya Chopra's YRF Spy Universe. While the initial promo has generated excitement among fans for this action-packed thriller, it has also sparked discussions online. Many viewers have noted that the film seems to draw inspiration from several well-known Hollywood productions. Additionally, the opening scene has been compared to the 1990 French film La Femme Nikita, particularly a segment filmed at Le Train Bleu, where Alia and Bobby's characters converse in a restaurant before he briefs her on her "first kill."

Allegations of Copying

Alpha Teaser Intro Scene 'COPIED'?

Shortly after the teaser's release, a Reddit user pointed out a resemblance between a scene from La Femme Nikita and the intro of Alpha, stating, "Alpha Teaser's Intro Scene Looks Similar to a Scene from Le Train Bleu."

Alpha Teaser's Intro Scene Looks Similar to a Scene from Le Train Bleu by u/Mental-Dinner-6827 in BollyBlindsNGossip

Many users concurred with this observation.

Public Reactions

Netizens REACT

One user remarked, "They really thought people wouldn’t find out in this day and age." Another questioned, "I mean, this scene is iconic and extremely famous to begin with. Did the makers really think it wouldn’t be noticed?" A comment read, "Good lord... not an ounce of originality left in Bollywood... even for such a simple sequence. Can’t they hire good upcoming indie directors?" Check out the reactions here:

Users are also drawing parallels to various Hollywood films, including From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, Black Widow, Atomic Blonde, and others.

Curiosity Surrounding the Film

Additionally, the absence of Sharvari in the Alpha teaser has piqued interest. Fans are left wondering why her character was not introduced and if her role will be more significant in the film. Furthermore, Uday Chopra's name appearing in the writing credits has also sparked discussions.

About Alpha

Alpha is set to be the first female-led action film in the YRF Spy Universe, which includes hits like Pathaan, Ek Tha Tiger, and War. Shiv Rawail, who previously directed The Railway Men (2023), is at the helm of this project. He has also served as an assistant director on various YRF films, including Fan (2016), Befikre (2016), and Dhoom: 3 (2013). The film is scheduled for theatrical release on July 3.