Mumbai: 16, 2026: From September 14 to 20, Mumbai has a varied slate to enjoy, as new films and serials come in from the crime, courtroom drama, romance, horror and supernatural adventure genres. The week sees a blend of streaming premieres and big-screen shows like Netflix’s upcoming animated Stranger Things, and big screen movies like Daayra and Love Lottery.
Let’s take a quick glance at five releases in this week’s entertainment schedule and their release dates, platforms, and important information.
Stranger Things: Tales From ’85
Release date: September 17, 2026
Platform: Netflix
Genre: Animated supernatural adventure
The Stranger Things universe expands with Tales From ’85, an animated series set in Hawkins. The story takes audiences back to Valentine’s Day, where supernatural threats create another mysterious adventure. The series is part of Netflix’s continuing expansion of the franchise through new storytelling formats.
Daayra
Release date: September 18, 2026
Platform: Theatres
Genre: Crime drama
Directed by Meghna Gulzar, Daayra is a crime drama featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in prominent roles. The film follows a complex investigation in which the search for truth takes its central characters into dangerous territory. Its themes of justice, accountability and investigation make it one of the notable theatrical releases of the week.
Lust Stories 3
Release date: September 18, 2026
Platform: Netflix
Genre: Anthology drama
The third instalment of the Lust Stories anthology brings together four stories exploring love, intimacy and vulnerability. The segment directors include Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj. The ensemble cast includes Radhika Apte and Ali Fazal, among other performers. The anthology continues the franchise’s exploration of contemporary relationships through distinct narratives.
Love Lottery
Release date: September 18, 2026
Platform: Theatres
Genre: Courtroom thriller
Love Lottery centres on Kartik Saxena, played by Akshay Oberoi, who becomes accused of murdering his wife. As the case unfolds, hidden secrets, conflicting testimonies and questions surrounding the incident shape the courtroom drama. The film combines suspense with a legal investigation, making it a theatrical option for audiences interested in mystery-driven stories.
Resident Evil
Release date: September 18, 2026
Platform: Theatres
Genre: Horror, science fiction and action
The Resident Evil reboot brings the popular video-game franchise to the big screen with a new cinematic story. The plot follows a medical courier trapped in Raccoon City during a deadly viral outbreak. Austin Abrams and Paul Walter Hauser are among the cast members associated with the film. The release adds a horror and survival-focused option to the week’s theatrical lineup.
A Week of Varied Entertainment
From an animated supernatural story and an anthology about relationships to crime investigations, courtroom suspense and survival horror, the September 14–20 release calendar offers varied viewing choices. Audiences can explore these titles according to their preferred genres and platforms, with both Netflix premieres and theatrical releases forming part of the week’s entertainment schedule.
Note: Release dates and platform details are based on the referenced entertainment listing and may be subject to change by the respective distributors or streaming services.
