Indian theatres have a fresh Friday-to-Thursday slate for May 22 to May 28. If you are planning a cinema run, this week is a compact one: a Hindi romance, a festival-style Hindi entry, a big English franchise release and a smaller Hindi title all land on the same date.
Use this as a quick watchlist before checking BookMyShow, District, PVR INOX or your local cinema app, because show counts can vary by city and chain.
Movies releasing in theatres this week in India
1. Chand Mera Dil (May 22, 2026)
Language/listing: Hindi/India theatrical listing
Release date: May 22, 2026
Cast note: Lakshya and Ananya Panday
Chand Mera Dil is the week’s most visible Hindi release, led by Lakshya and Ananya Panday. The title and trailer positioning point it toward the romance space, so this is the first stop if you want an easy mainstream Hindi big-screen option.
Best for: Viewers looking for a new Hindi romantic film rather than an action-heavy or franchise pick.
Now that the film is in theatres, you can also read our full Chand Mera Dil review before booking a ticket.
2. September 21 (May 22, 2026)
Language/listing: Hindi/India theatrical listing
Release date: May 22, 2026
September 21 is the more curiosity-driven Hindi listing this week. Its trailer has a festival-style pitch, so treat it as the option to sample if you want something less routine than the obvious mainstream pick.
Best for: Viewers who like checking out smaller or conversation-led titles when they appear at nearby cinemas.
3. Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (English) (May 22, 2026)
Language/listing: English
Release date: May 22, 2026
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is the big English-language franchise option in the list. If your weekend plan is built around spectacle, familiar characters and a theatre-first Hollywood release, this is the obvious counterpoint to the Hindi titles.
Best for: Star Wars fans and viewers who want the week’s cleanest big-screen adventure pick.
4. Teesri Begum (May 22, 2026)
Language/listing: Hindi/India theatrical listing
Release date: May 22, 2026
Teesri Begum is another Hindi title on the May 22 slate, with K.C. Bokadia’s name attached in the trailer billing. It is worth checking only after you confirm local show availability, because smaller listings can be limited outside select centres.
Best for: Viewers who are tracking every new Hindi theatrical release, not just the headline names.
Best bets this week
If you want the safest Hindi pick, start with Chand Mera Dil. If you want the biggest spectacle, choose Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. September 21 and Teesri Begum are the extra checks for viewers who prefer to scan the full theatre slate before booking.
Final takeaway
The May 22 to May 28 window is not overloaded, which makes the choice easier: romance, franchise spectacle, or a smaller Hindi title depending on what is actually playing near you.