'One of the hardest-working actors': Bobby Deol recalls tough 'Alpha' shoot with Alia Bhatt

One of Bobby Deol’s most highly anticipated upcoming projects is YRF’s Alpha, which is being heralded as the spy universe's first female-led film starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari. The actor, who thoroughly enjoyed his time on set, said how cool it is to see a major Indian action film being headlined by two women and expressed great confidence that audiences will shower the movie with love.

Talking about the same, Bobby said, “I’m very fond of Ranbir and Alia, and I always wanted to work with both of them. With Ranbir, I did Animal, and now with Alia, I have now done Alpha. I had the best time working with both of them. It is quite amazing that we are making an action film in India, like Alpha, featuring two girls doing action on screen. I like Alpha a lot because it is new, it is refreshing, and it is a new visual for the audience to watch in theatres.”

Bobby was blown away by Alia's work ethic, particularly how hard she worked to ensure her transition into a ruthless, action-heavy character felt authentic on screen.

“Alia is one of the hardest-working and most sincere actors I’ve worked with. She comes to the set completely prepared, deeply invested in every scene. She had never done this kind of action before, and I was amazed by seeing how prepared she was for the shoot. I could see she was giving her all because action is hard to pull off, and she went for it,” says Bobby.

He adds, “Adi and the director Shiv Rawail had a clear vision that action should look real and raw. So, it was a tough shoot for both of us, and I’m glad we have a film that everyone should sit back, relax, and hopefully enjoy thoroughly.”

In the meantime, Bobby Deol is prepping for the release of Bandar and Jana Nayagan. As for Alpha, the highly anticipated film is being helmed by director Shiv Rawail and also features a crucial performance by Anil Kapoor. The movie is set for a worldwide theatrical release on July 10, 2026.