Soni Razdan backs Alia Bhatt, amplifies fan support
Alia’s mother, actor Soni Razdan, has been actively resharing posts on social media in support of her daughter following the film’s release. On X (formerly Twitter), Razdan reposted several positive reactions from fans and viewers who pushed back against the negativity surrounding Alpha.
Among the posts she amplified were reviews suggesting that the film has been unfairly dismissed online, as well as comparisons being drawn with other recent releases such as Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. Razdan also shared fan comments arguing that the backlash did not match audience response.
One repost included a strongly worded reaction to the criticism, telling all ‘to shut up’. Another post she appeared to endorse suggested that the idea of Bhatt’s “downfall” was exaggerated, stating, “And this is supposedly her downfall? Her downfall is still higher than a lot of people’s peak,” alongside a clip of her dance sequence with co-star Sharvari.
She also reshared posts pointing to encouraging early box office trends, including claims of strong turnout in theatres.
Industry voices join the conversation
Filmmaker Karan Johar also came out in support of Alpha following its release, using Instagram Stories to push back against online negativity and highlight its theatrical performance. He wrote, “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 further added, “The stardom and theatrical pull and unquestionable talent of Alia Bhatt and the impact of a big screen spectacle is undebatable and that YRF has a continued franchise and an endeavour to create theatrical tentpole experiences that need our applause and not any toxicity! So please relax and celebrate that the cinemas are breathing.”
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