Apr 27, 2026 11:01am IST
‘Raja Shivaji’ to ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’: Everything Releasing in Theaters This Week
The theatrical space in India is currently packed with a busy roster. While the wave of “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” is easing, it continues to hold strong, alongside steady performers like “Bhooth Bangla”, “Michael”, and more. Amid this crowded landscape arrives May 1, 2026; marked by Maharashtra Day and Labour Day - a hot release window this week.
Leading the lineup is Raja Shivaji, starring Riteish Deshmukh, alongside Hollywood’s big-ticket offering The Devil Wears Prada 2. Here is a complete list of films releasing in India this week.
The Devil Wears Prada 2
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: English
The sequel revisits the high-stakes fashion world, exploring how legacy media navigates a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Familiar faces are expected to return as power dynamics shift within the industry. A nostalgic yet timely return to an iconic universe, promising sharp commentary on fashion, relevance and reinvention.
Raja Shivaji
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Marathi
A historical epic based on the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, charting his rise, battles and vision of Swarajya. The film aims to present a grand retelling rooted in regional pride and history. A large-scale Marathi spectacle with cultural weight, led by Riteish Deshmukh in a career-defining role.
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Phera
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Bengali
Priyam and his father Pannalal share a home but remain emotionally distant. An unexpected return disrupts their routine, forcing both to confront buried tensions and unspoken truths about their relationship and their lives. An intimate, character-driven drama exploring generational conflict, emotional distance and the fragile process of reconciliation.
Thudakkam
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Malayalam
Plot details remain under wraps, but the title points to a story of beginnings, likely following a character navigating a decisive shift that alters personal and emotional trajectories. Malayalam cinema’s strength in intimate storytelling could make this a reflective, performance-driven drama rooted in realism.
Patriot
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Malayalam
An espionage thriller centred on a covert surveillance plot that escalates into a national security crisis, as operatives scramble to expose a dangerous network before it silences dissent. A high-stakes, politically charged narrative elevated by Mohanlal’s commanding screen presence.
Dhabkaaro
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Gujarati
Ashok Patel, an inhuman, cruel and dishonest man, sets out on a difficult journey seeking forgiveness, confronting the damage of his past in hopes of redemption and reconciliation. A character-driven arc of transformation, with Abhishek Shah likely bringing emotional depth and cultural texture.
Gaaya Padda Simham
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Telugu
A young man finally reaches the United States chasing his dream, only for reality to unravel in unexpected, unsettling ways. Told through satire and parody, the film peels back the illusion of the American Dream. A sharp, socially aware take that blends humour with discomfort and timely commentary.
Pitt Siyapa
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Punjabi
After her father’s death, Nimmi launches a bizarre business staging virtual funerals for NRIs, turning grief into spectacle. But when Mickey enters the picture, things spiral into chaotic jugaad and romance. A wildly inventive comedy packed with heart, absurdity and unpredictable emotional turns.
Mantra Mugdha
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Odia
A spooky journey unfolds in a world where fantasy and chaos collide, with music steering characters through an unpredictable series of events and transformations. A genre-bending experience that leans on rhythm, mood and imagination to deliver something visually and emotionally distinctive.
Jetlee
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Telugu
A passenger flight spirals into chaos when mercenaries and covert agents converge mid-air over a fugitive billionaire. As control slips, an agent fights to stabilize the crisis while an amnesiac passenger uncovers a dangerous truth about himself. A contained, high-altitude thriller blending action, mystery and relentless tension.
Varavu
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Malayalam
In a hillside town ruled by power and silence, one incident triggers consequences that echo across years. When a man returns to reclaim what was taken, buried truths begin to surface, pushing the community toward an inevitable reckoning. A layered, slow-burn drama steeped in atmosphere, memory and moral conflict.
Nooru Saami
Release date: May 1, 2026
Language: Tamil
Directed by Sasi, the film follows a farmer, played by Vijay Antony, navigating an intense emotional bond with his mother amid rural hardships and societal pressures. An emotionally charged rural drama that leans on performance, relationships and deeply rooted cultural realities.
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