Overview
- Trade analyst Taran Adarsh reported that Aditya Chopra stepped aside to prevent a direct box-office face‑off with Salman Khan’s war drama.
- The April 17 slot had been a placeholder after Alpha was moved from Christmas 2025 to allow more time for VFX and post‑production.
- Yash Raj Films has not issued an official announcement with a new date, with a decision expected once the broader slate is assessed.
- Alpha is a YRF Spy Universe entry led by Alia Bhatt with Sharvari Wagh and Bobby Deol, directed by Shiv Rawail.
- Battle Of Galwan is reported as a patriotic war drama eyeing a mid‑2026 rollout, with the April window under consideration and a teaser expected today, per outlets.