Many big Bollywood films are being released in May 2026, including Raja Shivaji, Pati Patni Aur Woh 2, Bandar and Chand Mera Dil. This month, viewers will get to see a great collection of romance, comedy, drama and historical films.
May 2026 Film Calendar: The theatrical calendar for May 2026 is jam-packed with films. Next month there is something special for every kind of audience. It includes movies filled with historical stories, romantic dramas, political films, family entertainment and light comedy. Let us know about all the Hindi films releasing in theaters in the month of May.
1. Raja Shivaji – Release Date: 1 May 2026
Riteish Deshmukh is directing this historical film and is also playing the lead role in it. The film is based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Abhishek Bachchan, Bhagyashree and Vidya Balan will also be seen in important roles in this. This is considered to be a big project of Ritesh’s career.
2. Ek Din – Release Date: 1 May 2026
Produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Sunil Pandey, this romantic drama film is based on the background of Japan. It stars Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi in lead roles. The story is about a couple whose relationship is affected by a rare memory disorder. Kunal Kapoor will also be seen in it.
3. Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart – Release Date: 7 May 2026
The film is the first part of a trilogy based on the life of Lord Krishna. It is directed by Hardik Gajjar. The film stars Siddharth Gupta and Sanskriti Jayana in lead roles. This film is based on spiritual and mythological themes.
4. Last Question – Release Date: 8 May 2026
It is a political drama film directed by Abhijeet Mohan Warang. It stars Sanjay Dutt and Sameera Reddy in lead roles. The film brings to the fore some social and political issues that are generally less discussed.
5. Dadi Ki Shaadi – Release Date: 8 May 2026
Sarath Kumar is making his directorial debut in Hindi cinema with this film. Neetu Kapoor, Kapil Sharma, Sadia Khatib and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni will be seen in the film. It is a family entertainer, which shows relationships and generational differences.
6. Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 – Release Date: 15 May 2026
Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, Rakul Preet Singh and Vamika Gabbi will be seen in this film directed by Mudassar Aziz. It is a romantic comedy, whose release date was earlier fixed on Holi, but later it was changed to May 15.
7. Monkey – Release Date: 22 May 2026
In this film, Bobby Deol is playing the character of a TV star, whose image gets tarnished after a serious allegation. The film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi and Sapna Pabbi in important roles.
8. Chand Mera Dil – Release Date: 22 May 2026
This romantic drama directed by Vivek Soni stars Ananya Panday and Lakshya in the lead roles. The film depicts college life, friendship and the experiences of youth.
9. Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai – Release Date: 22 May 2026
David Dhawan is directing this romantic comedy film. It stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde in lead roles. Also, Jimmy Shergill and Mouni Roy will be seen in the supporting cast. The film completes this month’s release list on a light-hearted note.