‘Chand Mera Dil’ to ‘Drishyam 3’: Everything Releasing In Theatres This Week

After back-to-back weekends packed with multiple major releases fighting for screens, the Indian box office is heading into a comparatively balanced week at cinemas. While the volume of releases is lighter than the last two frames, exhibitors still have a diverse mix of titles arriving across languages, with romantic dramas, thrillers, and regional follow-ups leading the slate.

The biggest titles this week include “Chand Mera Dil,” which is targeting younger audiences with its musical romance appeal, the Malayalam thriller sequel “Drishyam 3,” returning with massive franchise recall, and the Marathi film “Deool Band 2,” which brings back one of the state’s well-known cultural dramas. With a steadier release calendar this time around, theatres are expected to benefit from stronger showcasing and longer playability for the key titles opening across the country.

Deool Band 2 

Release date: May 21, 2026 
Language: Marathi 

Directed by Pravin Tarde, “Deool Band 2” serves as a follow-up to the acclaimed Marathi drama exploring faith, community and social divides in rural Maharashtra. Starring Mohan Joshi, Snehal Tarde, and Prasad Oak, the film revisits emotionally charged conflicts around tradition and identity. Watch it for its rooted storytelling and strong cultural resonance.

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Chand Mera Dil 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Hindi 

Vivek Soni directs this romantic drama starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya. The film follows two young lovers as they navigate heartbreak and second chances, with Dharma Productions positioning it as an emotional musical romance. Audiences looking for glossy big-screen romance and youthful chemistry may find this one appealing.

Drishyam 3 

Release date: May 21, 2026 
Language: Malayalam 

One of Indian cinema’s most anticipated thrillers returns with Jeethu Joseph once again directing Mohanlal as Georgekutty. Also starring Meena, Ansiba Hassan, and Esther Anil, the film continues the franchise’s psychological cat-and-mouse narrative. Fans can expect another layered mystery driven by tension, family drama and unexpected twists.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: English 

Directed by Jon Favreau, the latest “Star Wars” theatrical outing brings Pedro Pascal back as Din Djarin alongside Grogu. Sigourney Weaver joins the franchise in a major new role. Expanding the Disney+ series into a cinematic scale, the film promises large-scale action, emotional world-building and major franchise mythology for longtime fans.

September 21 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Kannada 

Directed by Karen Kshiti Suvarna, “September 21” stars Priyanka Upendra, Pravin Singh Sisodia and Zarina Wahab in a drama centered on an Alzheimer’s patient and the emotional burden carried by his caregivers. The film has already generated attention on the festival circuit. Watch it for its intimate storytelling and emotionally grounded performances.

Shubh Mangal Dhamal 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Gujarati 

Vipul Sharma directs this Gujarati entertainer featuring Tushar Sadhu, Vyoma Nandi and Khushbu Trivedi. While plot details remain under wraps, the film is positioned as a lighthearted family comedy drama aimed at mainstream audiences. Its appeal lies in its accessible humor, festive energy and ensemble-driven entertainment.

Ugly Story 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Telugu 

A romantic thriller with psychological undertones, “Ugly Story” follows a woman whose relationship slowly turns unsettling as hidden truths emerge. Directed by L. Pranava Swaroop, the film stars Nandu Vijay Krishna, Avika Gor and Ravi Teja Mahadasyam. Audiences drawn to darker relationship dramas and tense emotional narratives may find this particularly intriguing.

Top Cop 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Punjabi 

Directed by Gurlove Singh Ratol, “Top Cop” blends crime, mystery and thriller elements with a cast led by Gurpreet Ghuggi, Kashish Rai, Biney Jaura and Sukhwinder Raj. Set within the world of law enforcement and investigation, the film aims for a mass-friendly commercial space with suspense-driven storytelling at its core.

Dark Giant 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Tamil 

Blending horror and thriller elements, “Dark Giant” unfolds in a world gripped by fear after a mysterious force begins disrupting lives and triggering violent confrontations. The film features Sonia Aggarwal, Livingston and K. Bhagyaraj in pivotal roles. Genre fans looking for supernatural tension and atmospheric storytelling may gravitate toward this one.

Ramani Kalyanam 

Release date: May 22, 2026 
Language: Telugu  

Directed by Vijay Adireddy, “Ramani Kalyanam” stars Deepshikha Chandran, Surya Vashistta, Srinivasa Reddy and Chaitu Jonnalagadda in a romantic drama revolving around emotionally scarred individuals whose lives reconnect unexpectedly. Positioned as an intimate relationship drama with family emotions at its core, the film may appeal to audiences seeking softer, character-driven storytelling.