
Cinema this May: 05 theatrical releases you shouldn’t miss across genres
Cinema this May brings a mix of exciting films across genres. From crime thrillers and emotional love stories to action-packed dramas and fun entertainers, there
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Cinema this May brings a mix of exciting films across genres. From crime thrillers and emotional love stories to action-packed dramas and fun entertainers, there

This week’s OTT lineup includes films, documentaries, reality shows and series across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Apple TV+ and ZEE5. Here’s a date-wise list of

Imtiaz Ali’s next film Main Vaapas Aaunga stars Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari. The trailer of the film has now been released

Rajkumar Hirani is entering the streaming space with Pritam and Pedro. The series, directed by Avinash Arun, will release on JioHotstar on July 3, 2026.

Aneet Padda’s next film Shakti Shalini may release in 2027 instead of December 2026. Reports suggest the makers are considering a new release date to

Balan The Boy was screened at the Marché Du Film during the Cannes Film Festival 2026. The film received applause during the showcase, while filmmakers

Harsh Rane’s vertical series “Short & Sweet” is a look at fear, attachment, and confusion in modern relationships. Scrolling has changed the way people watch

Panchayat will return with Season 5 on Prime Video in 2026. The new season will continue Abhishek Tripathi’s story in Phulera after the events of

Alia Bhatt is set to become part of the Tumbbad franchise alongside Sohum Shah. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the actor has started

Several films continued their run in theatres this week, with historical dramas, sequels, horror comedies and biographical films showing different trends at the Indian box
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