This Week OTT & Movie Releases in India (May 8, 2026): Love Mocktail 3, Lukkhe, Dacoit, Dridam & More

Daadi Ki Shaadi 

Daadi Ki Shaadi is an upcoming Hindi comedy-drama set to release on May 8, 2026, marking the theatrical debut of Riddhima Kapoor Sahni. Directed by Ashish R. Mohan, the film features a lively ensemble cast including Neetu Kapoor, Kapil Sharma, Sadia Khateeb, and R. Sarathkumar. The story revolves around a grandmother whose social media blunder about her own “marriage” sparks confusion and chaos, jeopardizing her granddaughter’s actual wedding in a fun-filled family drama. 

Main Actor Nahin Hoon  

Main Actor Nahin Hoon is a Hindi drama film directed by Aditya Kripalani and stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Satarupa. Releasing on May 8, 2026, the film follows Mouni, an actor in Mumbai, and Adnan, a retired banker living in Frankfurt, who connect through a video call. As she teaches him acting in just one day, both of them open up about their emotions and face their personal struggles. 

Godari Gattupaina

Godari Gattupaina is a Telugu romantic drama set to release on May 8, 2026, with paid premieres starting a day earlier. Directed by debutant Subash Chandra and produced by Abhinav Rao, the film stars Sumanth Prabhas and Nidhi Pradeep in lead roles, with Jagapathi Babu in a key part. Set in the beautiful Godavari villages, the story follows a kind-hearted auto driver and a lively college girl whose sweet love story faces challenges due to family expectations and village conflicts, making it an emotional and heartwarming watch. 

Sathi Leelavathi

The upcoming Sathi Leelavathi is a Telugu romantic comedy scheduled for a worldwide release on May 8, 2026. The film stars Lavanya Tripathi and Dev Mohan in lead roles and is directed by Tatineni Satya. The story is expected to revolve around a fun and quirky love tale filled with humor, misunderstandings, and emotional moments, promising an entertaining blend of romance and comedy. 

Razor

Razor is a Telugu action thriller written, directed, and produced by Ravi Babu, who also plays the lead role. Set for a global theatrical release on May 8, 2026, the film marks a darker and more intense shift from his usual concept-driven stories. It follows the journey of a simple dog groomer who turns into a fierce protector, becoming a “guardian angel” for a young girl targeted by a powerful politician and his dangerous criminal network.

Operation D 

Operation D is a Kannada-language suspense thriller and murder mystery directed by Tirumalesh V.. Released on May 1, 2026, the film follows a complex murder investigation filled with hidden motives, unexpected twists, and shifting alliances, while also blending elements of romance and light humor. The cast features talented theatre-based actors including Vinod Dev, Suhas Atreya, Rudresh Budanoor, Sneha Bhatt, and Inchara B. Channapla. 

Manga Maaya 

Manga Maaya is an upcoming Kannada-language suspense thriller set to release in theatres on May 8, 2026. Directed by Prasad K S, the film tells the intense story of a naive young boy who, driven by humiliation and injustice, attempts a deeply personal theft but ends up trapped in a dangerous situation. The film stars Radhesh Shenoy and Prakash Shenoy in lead roles, along with Akshath Amin, Prasanna Puttur, and Nithin Agarwal, promising a gripping and emotional thriller. 

Loop 

The Loop is a 2026 Telugu action sci-fi thriller directed by Venkat Prabhu, starring Silambarasan T. R., Kalyani Priyadarshan, and S. J. Suryah. The film revolves around a gripping time-loop concept where a man and a police officer are stuck reliving the same day during a high-stakes political conference. As events repeat, they must uncover the truth and break the cycle, making it a tense mix of action, suspense, and science fiction. 

Dhruti 

Dhruti is an upcoming Kannada-language crime drama thriller set to release on May 8, 2026. Directed by Jagadish M., the film stars Anchal Gowda, Bhavana Reddy, and Prashanth Soppimath in key roles. The story follows a tennis player and a software engineer whose lives take a dangerous turn after a late-night journey, pulling them into a tense and unpredictable situation where survival becomes their only goal. 

Mathe Male Hoyyutide 

Mathe Male Hoyyuthide (also known as Matte Male Hoyyuttide) is a Kannada romantic drama releasing on May 8, 2026. Directed by Param Gubbi, the film beautifully weaves together two parallel love stories set in the 1980s and early 2000s, using rain as a symbolic backdrop for emotions and memories. Starring Likhit Gowda, Jay Vardhan, Bhumika Gowda, and Sulaksha Khaira, the story explores both heartbreak and fulfilled love, with the two narratives eventually intertwining.

Dridam

Dridam is a 2026 Malayalam investigative crime thriller set to release in theatres on May 8, 2026. Presented by Jeethu Joseph under his Bedtime Stories banner, the film stars Shane Nigam as S.I. Vijay Radhakrishnan, a rookie police officer under immense pressure to solve a murder case within a week after human remains are discovered. Directed by Martin Joseph and produced by Mukesh R. Mehta and C. V. Sarathi, the film also features Mathew Varghese, Krishna Prabha, Abhishek Raveendran, and Kottayam Ramesh in key roles. 

Ankam Attahasam 

Ankam Attahasam is a Malayalam-language action thriller set to release in cinemas worldwide on May 8, 2026. Directed by Sujith S. Nair and written by G. Anil Kumar and Sujith S. Nair, the film follows 24-year-old Ajay Chandran as he gets drawn into the dangerous underworld of Trivandrum while confronting hidden secrets from his past. The film is produced by Anil Kumar G and Samuel Mathai, promising an intense mix of action and suspense.

The Sheep Detectives

The Sheep Detectives is a mystery-comedy film released in May 2026, directed by Kyle Balda and written by Craig Mazin. Based on Leonie Swann’s novel Three Bags Full, the film follows a clever flock of sheep who set out to solve the murder of their beloved shepherd, George Hardy, played by Hugh Jackman, who had taught them detective skills by reading mystery novels. The film had a global theatrical release on May 8, 2026, including in India, the US, and Canada. 

Mortal Kombat II

Mortal Kombat II is a martial arts fantasy film set for a wide theatrical release on May 8, 2026, across the United States and North America. Directed by Simon McQuoid, the film serves as a direct sequel to the 2021 reboot, continuing the high-stakes battle between fighters in the iconic universe.

Mohiniyattam 

Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam is a Malayalam dark comedy-thriller set to premiere on Netflix on May 8, 2026. Directed by Krishnadas Murali, the film is a sequel to Bharathanatyam (2024) and shifts into a darker tone, blending crime, suspense, and humor. The story follows Sasidharan Nair and his family as they try to settle a late relative’s matters but get entangled in unexpected secrets and crime. The film stars Saiju Kurup, alongside Suraj Venjaramoodu, Jagadish, and Vinay Forrt, and will stream in Malayalam with subtitles, along with multiple dubbed versions. 

Vaazha 2

Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros is set for its OTT premiere on May 8, 2026, exclusively on JioHotstar. Directed by Savin S. A. and written by Vipin Das, the Malayalam blockbuster stars Hashir H., Alan Bin Siraj, Ajin Joy, and Vinayak V.. After a massive theatrical run, the film will stream in Malayalam along with dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, bringing its widely successful story to a broader audience. 

Lukkhe 

Lukkhe is a high-energy musical action-drama series set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 8, 2026. Directed by Himank Gaur and produced by Vipul D. Shah, the show marks the acting debut of popular rapper King. Set against the gritty rap scene of Punjab, the story follows a young man who goes undercover to expose a drug syndicate but gets caught in a dangerous rivalry between rappers. The series features a strong cast including Raashii Khanna, Lakshvir Singh Saran, Palak Tiwari, and Shivankit Singh Parihar, promising a gripping mix of music, crime, and drama. 

Love Mocktail 3

Love Mocktail 3 is set to stream on ZEE5 from May 8, 2026, following its theatrical release on March 19. Directed by and starring Darling Krishna alongside Milana Nagaraj, the film marks the final chapter of the beloved franchise. It follows Adi’s emotional journey as he steps into a new phase of life, exploring love, loss, and the responsibilities of fatherhood.

Dacoit

Dacoit: A Love Story, starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, is set to stream on Amazon Prime Video from May 8, 2026, following its theatrical release on April 10. Directed by Shaneil Deo, this neo-Western romantic action drama also features Anurag Kashyap in a key role. The story revolves around an escaped convict seeking revenge against his former lover after a betrayal that led to his long imprisonment.