What are you doing YRF Spyverse?

It's not like I was waiting eagerly from a long time for the movie "Alpha" by Aditya Chopra starring Alia, Sharvari, Anil and others but I booked a ticket randomly for this movie since the poster hinted it to be an action-packed thriller. Once again, gentle reminder: spoilers ahead, proceed at your own risk. But honestly after watching it, I'm beyond disappointed. It seems the story draws its inspiration from the storylines of "The Boys" and "Dhurandhar". The concept of the substance called Alpha and Compound V, also the idea of a Pakistani spy in the movie against the idea of an Indian spy in Dhurandhar screamed these similarities and plagiarism to some extent. Looking at the movie from the production standpoint, at one point it even feels that the story is not well written. Just some ideas stolen, patriotic and nationalism angle, Calvin Klein, bold shots and mumbo jumbo here and there is what "Alpha" is all about. What was the "I love Desi Chinese" dialogue? I mean, seriously? Was it a promotional? If not, what the f*** was it supposed to be in the middle of nowhere? And seriously, what was the point of bringing Hrithik Roshan for such a minor and insignificant scene? Was it a cameo or what? And honestly, it didn't even make any sense! In my opinion, a better spy story than this bullshit can be written by even a fifth grader without using Claude! And, what was the point of Kaul having only daughters as his offsprings? What exactly was the point of all those bold shots of the matured sisters? Was it necessary since the film mostly portrays the soldier side of stuffs? Do I have to say any more? But, one thing is certain: Fateh Singh or Major Zarrar Khan is one hell of a resilient asshole! He doesn't accept defeat, no matter what! He even went into hand-to-hand combat mode with both the "supe" sisters! Did all those planning, tracked down Kaul's secret base, took control of Cherapunji army base, acquired the abandoned army cum lab experiment facility in the middle of the Thar Desert to carry on the experiments remotely while he was demoted and posted to another far away part of the country, gathering intels and what not! I have to say, he even left Hamza Ali behind in many aspects, and the fun part is that I don't even remember seeing him flinch even once! That's what gave him a very cold look and made him so irresistible, perfect for a fitting villain. The high-octane spy thriller Alpha delivers an adrenaline-fueled experience that feels tailored for any Indian moviegoer exhausted by formulaic romantic dramas, offering a gritty, relentless take on high-stakes espionage. As a standalone film within a broader cinematic universe, it shifts the focus to hard-hitting action and internal friction, tracing a lethal mentor-protege dynamic under the shadow of a sprawling intelligence network. For an audience accustomed to seeing women relegated to decorative roles or side plots in massive commercial vehicles, watching two fierce female operatives lead a brutal, weaponised crusade across slick international locations is incredibly refreshing and subverts the typical, patriarchal hero tropes. The narrative skips the preachy monologues and standard item numbers to dive headfirst into an origin story fueled by raw ambition, survival, and a ruthless corporate-military apparatus. Visually, the movie is a sleek, hyper-stylized spectacle built for the big screen, with explosive action choreography and sweeping overhead shots of bustling foreign capitals contrasted against dark, claustrophobic training facilities. However, beneath the loud gunfire and high-tech gadgets, the film functions as a stark commentary on isolation and the heavy psychological toll of being trained to be a cold-blooded weapon. The slow-burning tension between the leads, coupled with an intense, looming antagonist, creates a gripping pressure-cooker environment that echoes the claustrophobia of modern, high-pressure professional life. While the screenplay occasionally leans on familiar genre conventions, its sheer technical scale, heavy-hitting background score, and refusal to rely on forced subplots make it a standout commercial entertainer that leaves you re-evaluating the true cost of power and loyalty long after the screen goes dark. Once again, not what I expected but nice way to end the weekends is what I would say. So, here was another movie review from my side. Tell me what you have to say. Did you watch it, are planning to watch? Let me know your thoughts.