BY CHRISTA LINCY
OTT Releases This Week (May 4 to May 10, 2026)
OTT releases this week, (may 4 to May 10, 2026) bring a powerhouse of entertainment ranging from high-budget global sequels to acclaimed regional thrillers. Leading the lineup is the high-octane return of Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Citadel Season 2 on Prime Video. Meanwhile, South Indian cinema fans are in for a treat as Adivi Sesh’s noir-actioner Dacoit makes its digital debut on the same platform, alongside the viral Malayalam dark comedy sequel Bharatanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam arriving on Netflix.
Beyond the big-ticket action, this week’s streaming calendar is filled with diverse storytelling across all major platforms. Netflix is bringing back the suspenseful Nordic noir The Chestnut Man: Season 2 and the Turkish romantic comedy Thank You, Next: Season 3. For those following regional trends, JioHotstar will premiere the highly anticipated Malayalam comedy Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros. With platforms like HBO Max and Peacock also adding international favorites like Song of the Samurai and M.I.A., viewers have an extensive and varied catalog of choices for their weekend binge-watching.
Here's a complete breakdown of all the movies and shows releasing on OTT between May 4 and May 10, 2026.
May 08, 2026
Snapshot
Cast & Crew
Videos
Dacoit
Thriller,Action
AmazonPrime
Language:Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam
Running Time:2h 29m
IMDB Rating:7.9/10
View Box Office Collection →
Dacoit: A Love Story is a gritty action-thriller following Hari (Adivi Sesh), a man who escapes prison after thirteen years to seek vengeance against his former lover, Saraswati (Mrunal Thakur), whose betrayal led to his wrongful conviction. Set against the backdrop of caste-based conflict in Madanapalle, the narrative evolves from a story of revenge into a high-stakes crime saga as the estranged pair is forced into a series of robberies.
Dacoit Cast and Crew
Adivi SeshActor
Mrunal ThakurActor
Anurag KashyapActor
Prakash RajDirector
Shaneil DeoActor
Dacoit Trailer
May 8, 2026
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Cast & Crew
Videos
Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros
Coming of age Drama
JioHotstar
Language:Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada
Running Time:2h 40m
IMDB Rating:8.3/10
View Box Office Collection →
Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros is a Malayalam coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows the journey of four friends—Hashir, Alan, Ajin, and Vinayak—who are dismissed by society as "good-for-nothing" troublemakers. Written by Vipin Das and directed by Savin SA, the sequel shifts from the school-centric focus of the first film to the complexities of adulthood, exploring the emotional burdens and social pressures young men face.
Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros Cast & Crew
Hashir.HActor
Alan Bin SirajActor
Ajin JoyActor
Vinayak.VActor
Savin SADirector
Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros Trailer
May 8, 2026
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Bharatanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam
Dark Comedy Thriller
Netflix
Language:Malayalam
Running Time: 2h 25m
IMDB Rating:8.1/10
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Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam (2026) is a dark comedy-thriller sequel that follows Sasi (Saiju Kurup) and his family as they travel to Sreekandapuram to address the fallout of their late patriarch's secret second life. The situation spirals into chaos when they are blackmailed by Govindaraja (Suraj Venjaramoodu) over the fraudulent origins of their family temple. After an accidental killing leads to a frantic and humorous cover-up, the family must navigate a web of lies and suspicious locals to protect their reputation.
Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam Cast & Crew
Saiju KurupActor
Suraj VenjaramooduActor
KalaranjiniActor
Krishnadas MuraliDirector
Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam Trailer
May 6, 2026
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Love Insurance Kompany
sci-fi Romantic Comedy
AmazonPrime
Language:Tamil,Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi
Running Time:2h 30m
IMDB Rating:6.9/10
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A man who believes in old-school love meets Dheema, a woman embracing tech-driven romance. Their growing relationship challenges modern love norms and pits them against Suriyan, a powerful CEO of a love app.
Love Insurance Kompany Cast & Crew
Pradeep RanganathanActor
S.J.SuryahActor
Krithi ShettyActor
Yogi BabuActor
Vignesh ShivanActor
Love Insurance Kompany Trailer
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May 7, 2026
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My Dearest Assassin
Action,Romance
Netflix
Language:English
Running Time:2 hr 7m
IMDB Rating:NA
Direct OTT Release
My Dearest Assassin is a Thai action-romance film following Lhan, a woman with a rare blood type who was orphaned after her parents were murdered. Seeking refuge within House 89, a secret guild of assassins, she trains to survive while falling for her protector, Pran. As her past catches up to her, Lhan must join forces with her found family to defeat the man hunting her and finally secure her freedom.
My Dearest Assassin Cast and Crew
Baifern Pimchanok LuevisadpaibulActor
Tor Thanapob LeeratanakachornActor
Sivakorn AdulsuttikulActor
Toni RakkaenActor
Taweewat WanthaDirector
My Dearest Assassin Trailer
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May 8, 2026
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No Place To Be Single
Romantic, Comedy
AmazonPrime
Language:Italian,English
Running Time:NA
IMDB Rating:Na
Direct OTT Release
Set in a gossip-fueled Tuscan village, No Place to Be Single (2026) follows Elisa, a single mother managing a historic estate whose life is upended by the return of her childhood friend, Michele. Now a high-flying banker, Michele intends to sell the estate, forcing the two into a clash over the property's future and their shared past. Amidst the intense social pressure of their small town, they must navigate their complicated history and conflicting priorities in a witty journey toward a second chance at love.
No Place To Be Single Cast and Crew
Matilde GioliActor
Cristiano CaccamoActor
Amanda CampanaActor
Sebastiano PigazziActor
Laura ChiossoneDirector
No Place To Be Single Trailer
May 8, 2026
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Thank You, Next: Season 3
Romantic,Comedy
Netflix
Series:Thank You, Next: Season 3
Language:English
No Of Episodes:8
The third season of Thank You, Next (Kimler Geldi Kimler Geçti) follows Leyla as she navigates the emotional aftermath of a life-shattering relationship. Moving away from her past chaos, Leyla decides to live both love and life by her own rules, focusing on healing and personal growth. This final chapter of her journey finds her untangling her true desires while managing complex new connections in her personal life.
Thank You, Next: Season 3 Cast and Crew
Serenay SarıkayaActor
Metin AkdülgerActor
Hakan KurtasActor
Boran KuzumActor
Bertan BaşaranDirector
Thank You, Next: Season 3 Trailer
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May 8, 2026
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Lukkhe
Musical, Action
AmazonPrime
Series:Lukkhe
Language:Hindi
No Of Episodes:8
Lukkhe is a 2026 musical crime drama on Amazon Prime Video set within the high-stakes rap culture of Chandigarh. The series follows an undercover athlete who infiltrates a drug ring, only to be drawn into a volatile world of street power and ambition. Centered on a fierce rivalry between rappers MC Badnaam (KING) and OG (Shivankit Parihar), the story explores themes of revenge, brotherhood, and redemption through a mix of gritty action and original hip-hop.
Lukkhe Cast and Crew
Rapper KINGActor
Raashii KhannaDirector
Palak TiwariDirector
Shivankit PariharDirector
Himank GaurDirector
Lukkhe Trailer
May 7, 2026
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The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2
Thriller, Crime
Netflix
Series:The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2
Language:Danish,English, Hindi
No Of Episodes:6
In the upcoming sequel The Chestnut Man: Hide and Seek, detectives Naia Thulin and Mark Hess reunite to hunt a killer who stalks victims for months before engaging them in a lethal game of hide-and-seek. The investigation begins when a 41-year-old woman is found murdered after receiving disturbing surveillance videos and a taunting nursery rhyme from her stalker. As the duo digs deeper, they discover a connection to the unsolved murder of a high school student from two years prior, forcing them to unravel a dark mystery that blends psychological warfare with past trauma.
The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2 Cast and Crew
Danica CurcicActor
Mikkel FølsgaardActor
Sofie GråbølActor
Milad AlamiDirector
RoniEzraDirector
The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2 Trailer
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May 6, 2026
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Citadel Season 2
Action, Thrillert
AmazonPrime
Series:Citadel Season 2
Language:Hindi
No Of Episodes:NA
In Citadel Season 2, Mason Kane and Nadia Sinh reunite with Bernard Orlick to confront a global conspiracy that threatens to reshape humanity. The team must recruit a new wave of operatives to battle the Manticore syndicate, leading to high-stakes action and shifting alliances where the line between friend and foe is blurred.
Citadel Season 2 Cast and Crew
Richard MaddenActor
Priyanka Chopra JonasActor
Stanley TucciActor
Lesley ManvilleActor
Joe RussoActor
Citadel Season 2 Trailer
Upcoming OTT releases this week May 4 to May 10
MOVIE / SERIES NAME
LANGUAGE
RELEASE DATE
PLATFORM
Bugsy
English
May 4
Netflix
The Rhythm Of Revenge
Thai
May 4
Netflix
Dr.Seuss's Horton (Season 2)
English
May 4
Netflix
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
André Is an Idiot
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
The Drama
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
A Great Awakening
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
Lorne
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
Palestine ’36
English
May 5
Prime Video (Rent)
Love Is Blind: Poland
Polish, English
May 6
Netflix
Worst Ex Ever (Season 2)
English, Hindi
May 6
Netflix
Count Down: Rousey vs Carano
English
May 7
Netflix
Vertical Limit
English
May 7
Netflix
Send Help
English
May 7
Hulu
Oh Butterfly
Tamil
May 8
SunNXT
Satan The Dark
Tamil
May 8
Prime Video
Love Mocktail 3
Kannada
May 8
Zee5
Superhit
Kannada
May 8
SunNXT
M.I.A. (Season 1)
English
May 8
JioHotstar
Dhumketu
Bengali
May 8
Zee5
Remarkably Bright Creatures
English, Hindi
May 8
Netflix
My Royal Nemesis
Korean, English
May 8
Netflix
Couples Weekend
English
May 8
Prime Video (Rent)
Greenland 2: Migration
English
May 8
HBO Max
Fantasy Life
English
May 8
Prime Video (Rent)
Beast
English
May 8
Prime Video (Rent)
We Bury The Dead
English
May 8
Hulu
Whistle
English
May 8
Shudder
Song Sung Blue
English
May 9
JioHotstar
Nosferatu
English
May 10
Netflix
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Frequently Asked Questions: OTT Releases (May 4 – May 10, 2026)
What are the biggest movies and shows releasing on OTT this week?
The second week of May is highlighted by massive global sequels and highly anticipated regional digital premieres. The most anticipated titles include the high-octane global spy thriller Citadel Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video, Adivi Sesh's noir action-drama Dacoit on Prime Video, and the Malayalam dark comedy hit Bharatanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam on Netflix. Additionally, the quirky Malayalam sequel Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros arrives on JioHotstar.
When and where can I watch Citadel Season 2?
Citadel Season 2, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, is scheduled to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 6, 2026. This season follows the agents as they navigate a new global threat, with the series expected to be available in multiple dubbed versions including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
Which major South Indian movies are making their digital debut this week?
Fans of South Indian cinema have a packed schedule starting May 6. The Tamil romantic comedy Love Insurance Kompany (LIK) premieres on Prime Video on May 6. This is followed on May 8 by the intense action-thriller Dacoit starring Adivi Sesh on Amazon Prime Video and the blockbuster dark comedy Bharatanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam on Netflix.
What Malayalam sequels should I watch out for?
Malayalam cinema dominates the weekend of May 8 with two major sequels. Bharatanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam, which follows the chaotic cover-up mission of Sasi and his family, arrives on Netflix. Simultaneously, the viral sensation Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros makes its OTT debut on JioHotstar, continuing the humorous journey of its young protagonists.
Are there any notable international thrillers or crime dramas returning?
Yes, Nordic noir fans can look forward to The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2, which premieres on Netflix on May 7, 2026. On the same day, the Thai action-romance film My Dearest Assassin, starring Baifern Pimchanok, also arrives on Netflix, exploring the dangerous life of a woman protected by a secret guild of assassins.
What light-hearted or slice-of-life content is available this weekend?
For a more relaxed viewing experience, the Turkish romantic comedy Thank You, Next: Season 3 premieres on Netflix on May 8. Additionally, the emotional drama Remarkably Bright Creatures arrives on Netflix on May 8, while the international drama Song Sung Blue premieres on JioHotstar on May 9.
What new titles are arriving on Amazon Prime Video apart from the big hits?
Beyond *Citadel* and *Dacoit*, Amazon Prime Video is releasing a diverse slate on May 8. This includes the Hindi project Lukkhe and the romantic drama No Place To Be Single, providing plenty of variety for the weekend binge-watchers.
Are there any major documentaries or niche premieres?
World cinema and documentary enthusiasts should keep an eye on M.I.A., which arrives on Peacock on May 8. Finally, the week wraps up with the historical or action-themed Song of the Samurai, which is slated to stream on HBO Max starting May 10, 2026.
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