OPINION: Everyone’s talking about Alpha and that might just be the BEST thing to happen to Bollywood
Ever since the teaser of Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, dropped online, it has become one of the most discussed Hindi films on social media. The reactions have been sharply divided. Some have applauded the makers for placing two women at the forefront of a slick action spectacle, while others have questioned whether Bollywood is ready for such a film. But perhaps that's precisely the point. Whether the conversation is positive or critical, Alpha has managed to achieve something that many films struggle to do today—it has made people curious. In an era where indifference is a bigger threat than criticism, that is already a victory. More importantly, Alpha represents something Bollywood desperately needs: the courage to attempt something different. For the Hindi film industry to thrive, it cannot survive on just one or two winning formulas. Every time a particular genre clicks, there's a temptation to flood theatres with similar films. While that may deliver occasional...