Filmmaker Karan Johar lauded Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Alpha’ and the actor’s “stardom, theatrical pull and unquestionable talent” as he urged the audience to watch the film, which raken in about Rs. 21 crore at the box office till Sunday.

According to a PTI report from New Delhi yesterday, the makers shared the box office numbers with a post on the official X handle on Sunday (June 5).

It featured the film’s poster with the box office numbers written over it.

“Seems like everyone had an action-packed Saturday. Catch #Alpha in cinemas for all the action, music and madness. Book your tickets now,” read the caption.

Meanwhile, another PTI report stated that Johar shared a note on his Instagram story on Saturday (June 4) and praised Bhatt’s stardom. His comments come after the mixed reviews of the actor’s latest film ‘Alpha’. The film is directed by Shiv Rawail and is described as the first female-led film in the studio’s interconnected Spy Universe.

“When footfalls are a challenge, ‘Alpha’ takes a solid start…It emphasises many things… the audience is way above online negativity, and they are the true warriors,” he wrote.

“YRF has continued to build franchises and create theatrical tentpole experiences that deserve our applause, not toxicity. So please relax and celebrate that cinemas are breathing. Go watch ‘Alpha’and stop doom-scrolling,” he added.

Also featuring Sharvari, the film follows two elite agents, played by Bhatt and Sharvari, who embark on a high-stakes mission to take on a dangerous adversary portrayed by Bobby Deol.

The cast also includes Anil Kapoor in a pivotal role, while Hrithik Roshan reprises his role as super-spy Kabir Dhaliwal in a special appearance.

‘Alpha’ is the latest addition to Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, which includes ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, ‘War’, ‘Pathaan’, ‘Tiger 3’ and ‘War 2’.

The film was released in theatres across the country in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages.