The release of 'Alpha' has triggered a heated debate on social media over the inclusion of bikini scenes featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, with some users criticising the makers for 'unnecessary' visuals.

The highly anticipated film 'Alpha', starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, has finally hit theatres after multiple delays. However, the makers have come under fire on social media following the release of scenes featuring the two actors in bikini avatars.

Controversy Surrounding Bikini Scenes

A viral leaked clip circulating on social media shows Sharvari and Alia in swimwear during a sequence from 'Alpha'. In the footage, Sharvari is seen flaunting her toned physique in a two-piece bikini as she walks out of the water, while Alia appears beside her in an all-black outfit consisting of shorts paired with a bikini top.

Sharvari Wagh in a mint green bikini top and navy bottoms, posing by a blue river with green trees and rocks in the background.
Sharvari Wagh striking a confident pose in a mint green bikini top and navy bottoms by a serene river.

Netizens React

The clip has sparked a heated debate online, with many users questioning the necessity of the bikini scenes in a spy thriller. "Spy thriller or swimsuit calendar?" one user wrote, criticising the makers for 'forced' bikini shots. Another user remarked, "Just YRF doing YRF things – compulsory bikini scene in a spy movie."

"A good script doesn’t need forced bikini shots for hype. Female spies should be brutal and badass, but YRF is stuck on the glamour trope. Focus on action."
Alia Bhatt with wet, dark hair and glistening skin, wearing a black ribbed sports bra and black shorts, pulling on a black windbreaker jacket. She looks down, standing near dark water and rocks.
Alia Bhatt with wet hair and skin, wearing a black sports bra and shorts, pulling on a black jacket near water.

Mixed Reactions

While some users called the visuals 'unnecessary' for a spy-based narrative, others defended the makers, saying the scenes are part of modern cinematic styling. The camera framing in the scene, which appears to linger more on Sharvari, has also become a talking point among viewers online.

  • "This is all YRF’s #AlphaMovie needs to offer to bikini lovers on the internet!!”
  • "The bikini legacy of the YRF Spy Universe continues in Alpha."
  • "They just want to show close-up butt shots and b**b shots in bikinis. No idea of storytelling. And dialogues like "Ghamand uska shastra tha" looks like the dialogue writer is not familiar with Hindi."
  • Real officers: Mission first. YRF : Bikini first.

The mixed reactions highlight the ongoing debate about the objectification of female leads in Bollywood films and the inclusion of 'compulsory' bikini scenes.

Sharvari Wagh in a mint green bikini top and wet white sarong by clear blue water, looking down with wet, wavy hair.
Sharvari Wagh looking radiant by the clear blue water in a mint green bikini and sheer sarong.