Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has extended his support to the upcoming spy thriller Alpha after the film’s teaser was unveiled on Wednesday. The actor praised lead star Alia Bhatt and expressed confidence that the film would connect with audiences when it releases.

Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film stars Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol, Sharvari and Anil Kapoor. The teaser offered a glimpse of Alia’s character, Sita, in an action-packed avatar, showcasing high-octane fight sequences and positioning her as the latest addition to the expanding Yash Raj Films spy universe.

Reacting to the teaser on X, Shah Rukh Khan congratulated Alia and highlighted her evolution as a performer. Referring to her action-oriented role, he remarked that she had progressed from “breaking hearts” to “breaking bones,” adding that her range of skills continued to grow with every project.

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The actor also expressed hope that Alpha would become a success with audiences while maintaining the franchise’s momentum. In his message, he wished for the film to win hearts and joked that it should leave a few villains standing for a potential sequel. He also referred to Alia as a “Sigma girl,” a nod to her powerful action persona in the film.

Shah Rukh Khan is a key figure in Yash Raj Films’ spy universe through his role in Pathaan, one of the franchise’s biggest commercial successes. The interconnected cinematic universe also includes films such as Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War and Tiger 3.

With Alpha placing Alia Bhatt at the centre of a major action franchise, the film marks a significant step for the actor and expands the scope of the spy universe. The teaser has already generated considerable attention online, with fans eager to see how the new chapter fits into one of Bollywood’s most successful cinematic franchises.

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