May 2026 is packed with exciting Bollywood releases—from historical epics and romantic dramas to comedy entertainers and thrillers. This month offers something for every movie lover, whether you prefer watching in theatres or waiting for OTT releases.
Below is a complete list of upcoming Bollywood movies in May 2026, including release dates, cast, story, and OTT details.
📅 1. Raja Shivaji (2026)
🎭 Cast & Crew
- Riteish Deshmukh
- Sanjay Dutt
- Abhishek Bachchan
📆 Release Date
👉 1 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected after theatrical run
📖 Story
A grand historical drama based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, showcasing his journey, bravery, and the rise of Swarajya against powerful empires.
📅 2. Ek Din (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Junaid Khan
- Sai Pallavi
📆 Release Date
👉 1 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected after release
📖 Story
A romantic fantasy where a man gets a magical chance to live one perfect day with the woman he loves—changing his life forever.
📅 3. Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart
🎭 Cast
- To be officially announced
📆 Release Date
👉 6–7 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected later
📖 Story
A mythological epic based on the life of Lord Krishna, marking the beginning of a large cinematic trilogy exploring his divine journey.
📅 4. Aakhri Sawal (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Sanjay Dutt
- Tridha Choudhury
📆 Release Date
👉 8 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected after 6–8 weeks
📖 Story
A gripping political thriller revolving around power, corruption, and a mysterious question that changes everything.
📅 5. Daadi Ki Shaadi (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Neetu Kapoor
- Kapil Sharma
📆 Release Date
👉 8 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
A light-hearted family comedy about an elderly woman deciding to remarry, creating chaos and fun within the family.
📅 6. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Ayushmann Khurrana
- Sara Ali Khan
📆 Release Date
👉 15 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected after theatrical run
📖 Story
A sequel to the hit comedy, exploring modern relationships, love triangles, and hilarious misunderstandings.
📅 7. Bandar (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Bobby Deol
📆 Release Date
👉 22 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
A psychological drama dealing with human behavior, inner conflict, and dark emotional themes.
📅 8. Chand Mera Dil (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Ananya Panday
- Lakshya Lalwani
📆 Release Date
👉 22 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
A youthful college romance filled with love, heartbreak, and emotional growth.
📅 9. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (2026)
🎭 Cast
- Varun Dhawan
- Pooja Hegde
- Mrunal Thakur
📆 Release Date
👉 22 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
A fun-filled romantic comedy packed with love, confusion, and classic Bollywood-style entertainment.
📅 10. Tera Yaar Hoon Main (2026)
🎭 Cast
- To be announced
📆 Release Date
👉 22 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
An emotional drama based on friendship, loyalty, and life challenges that test strong relationships.
📅 11. Masood Khan Part-1: The Rage
🎭 Cast
- To be announced
📆 Release Date
👉 29 May 2026
📺 Release Platform
- Theatre: Yes
- OTT: Expected
📖 Story
An action-packed crime drama focusing on revenge, power struggles, and intense storytelling.
🎯 Final Thoughts
May 2026 is shaping up to be a blockbuster month for Bollywood, offering:
- 🔥 Big historical films like Raja Shivaji
- ❤️ Romantic stories like Ek Din & Chand Mera Dil
- 😂 Comedy entertainers like Pati Patni Aur Woh Do
- 🎭 Intense dramas like Bandar
Most of these films will release in theatres first, followed by OTT platforms within 4–8 weeks, depending on box office performance.
