New OTT Releases This Week (May 4 – May 10, 2026): From Citadel Season 2, Dacoit to Bharatanatyam 2, Dive Into This Week's Streaming Highlights
Plan your weekend with our complete guide to new OTT releases from May 4 to May 10, 2026. Featuring the return of Citadel Season 2, Adivi Sesh's Dacoit, and the Malayalam blockbuster Bharatanatyam 2 across Netflix, Prime Video, and JioHotstar
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.
Dacoit
AmazonPrime
Language:Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam
Running Time:2h 29m
IMDB Rating:7.9/10
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.
Adivi Sesh
Actor
Mrunal Thakur
Actor
Anurag Kashyap
Actor
Prakash Raj
Director
Shaneil Deo
Actor
Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros
JioHotstar
Language:Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada
Running Time:2h 40m
IMDB Rating:8.3/10
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.
Hashir.H
Actor
Alan Bin Siraj
Actor
Ajin Joy
Actor
Vinayak.V
Actor
Savin SA
Director
Bharatanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam
Netflix
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.
Saiju Kurup
Actor
Suraj Venjaramoodu
Actor
Kalaranjini
Actor
Krishnadas Murali
Director
Love Insurance Kompany
AmazonPrime
Language:Tamil,Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi
Running Time:2h 30m
IMDB Rating:6.9/10
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.
Pradeep Ranganathan
Actor
S.J.Suryah
Actor
Krithi Shetty
Actor
Yogi Babu
Actor
Vignesh Shivan
Actor
My Dearest Assassin
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.
Baifern Pimchanok Luevisadpaibul
Actor
Tor Thanapob Leeratanakachorn
Actor
Sivakorn Adulsuttikul
Actor
Toni Rakkaen
Actor
Taweewat Wantha
DirectorVideo Not Available
No Place To Be Single
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.
Matilde Gioli
Actor
Cristiano Caccamo
Actor
Amanda Campana
Actor
Sebastiano Pigazzi
Actor
Laura Chiossone
Director
Thank You, Next: Season 3
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.
Serenay Sarıkaya
Actor
Metin Akdülger
Actor
Hakan Kurtas
Actor
Boran Kuzum
Actor
Bertan Başaran
Director
Lukkhe
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.
Rapper KING
Actor
Raashii Khanna
Director
Palak Tiwari
Director
Shivankit Parihar
Director
Himank Gaur
Director
The Chestnut Man: Hide And Seek Season 2
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.
Danica Curcic
Actor
Mikkel Følsgaard
Actor
Sofie Gråbøl
Actor
Milad Alami
Director
RoniEzra
Director
Citadel Season 2
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.
Richard Madden
Actor
Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Actor
Stanley Tucci
Actor
Lesley Manville
Actor
Joe Russo
ActorUpcoming OTT releases this week May 4 to May 10
| MOVIE / SERIES NAME | LANGUAGE | RELEASE DATE | PLATFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
Remarkably Bright Creatures |
English | May 8 | Netflix |
M.I.A. |
English | May 8 | Peacock |
Song Sung Blue |
English | May 9 | JioHotstar |
Song of the Samurai |
English | May 10 | HBO Max |
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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