Alia Bhatt's Alpha gets U/A 16+ certificate after CBFC modifies violent scenes
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha has received its CBFC clearance ahead of release, but not before several changes were made. Here's what was modified and why.
Actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's much-awaited spy thriller Alpha has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its theatrical release. According to the certification dated June 29, 2026, the Hindi version of the film, with English subtitles, has been granted a U/A 16+ certificate after the makers implemented several modifications suggested by the board.
The CBFC records reveal that the changes primarily relate to violent visuals and language. Among the modifications, certain visuals were replaced, a multiple stabbing sequence was toned down using alternate shots, and an explicit word was removed from the film. No footage was deleted, with the board approving replacement visuals and edits instead.
What changes did the CBFC ask the makers to make?
Certification documents show that the board directed the filmmakers to replace a visual appearing at 25 minutes and 49 seconds. It also asked for the multiple stabbing sequence at 1 hour, 36 minutes and 41 seconds to be softened by using alternate shots.
In addition, a foul word used at 35 minutes and 53 seconds was removed, while another visual at 38 minutes and 12 seconds was modified. These revisions were completed before the film received certification.
Were there any other certification requirements?
Beyond the content edits, the CBFC instructed the production team to revise the opening disclaimer and ensure that English subtitles were added to all songs. The board also asked for anti-alcohol static disclaimers to appear wherever applicable and directed the makers to include all mandatory certification cards and end-scroll information in accordance with GSR-E Rule 22, 1983.
The production was also required to submit the film's dialogue script, provide a parental consent letter for the child artiste and clarify the film's final running length as part of the certification process.
How long is Alpha and when is it releasing?
Following the required modifications, Alpha was certified with an approved runtime of 140 minutes and 48 seconds, making it just under two hours and 21 minutes long.
Produced by Yash Raj Films, Alpha stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in lead roles and is the latest addition to the expanding YRF Spy Universe. With its CBFC formalities now complete, the film has cleared a key milestone ahead of its theatrical release.
Actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's much-awaited spy thriller Alpha has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its theatrical release. According to the certification dated June 29, 2026, the Hindi version of the film, with English subtitles, has been granted a U/A 16+ certificate after the makers implemented several modifications suggested by the board.
The CBFC records reveal that the changes primarily relate to violent visuals and language. Among the modifications, certain visuals were replaced, a multiple stabbing sequence was toned down using alternate shots, and an explicit word was removed from the film. No footage was deleted, with the board approving replacement visuals and edits instead.
What changes did the CBFC ask the makers to make?
Certification documents show that the board directed the filmmakers to replace a visual appearing at 25 minutes and 49 seconds. It also asked for the multiple stabbing sequence at 1 hour, 36 minutes and 41 seconds to be softened by using alternate shots.
In addition, a foul word used at 35 minutes and 53 seconds was removed, while another visual at 38 minutes and 12 seconds was modified. These revisions were completed before the film received certification.
Were there any other certification requirements?
Beyond the content edits, the CBFC instructed the production team to revise the opening disclaimer and ensure that English subtitles were added to all songs. The board also asked for anti-alcohol static disclaimers to appear wherever applicable and directed the makers to include all mandatory certification cards and end-scroll information in accordance with GSR-E Rule 22, 1983.
The production was also required to submit the film's dialogue script, provide a parental consent letter for the child artiste and clarify the film's final running length as part of the certification process.
How long is Alpha and when is it releasing?
Following the required modifications, Alpha was certified with an approved runtime of 140 minutes and 48 seconds, making it just under two hours and 21 minutes long.
Produced by Yash Raj Films, Alpha stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in lead roles and is the latest addition to the expanding YRF Spy Universe. With its CBFC formalities now complete, the film has cleared a key milestone ahead of its theatrical release.
