Highlights
- Netflix – The Royals, The Diplomat, The Eternaut
- JioHotstar – Kull: Legacy of Raisingh, L2: Empuraan, Star Wars: Andor Season 2
- Amazon Prime Video – Gram Chikitsalay, Another Simple Favor
- Sony LIV – Black, White & Gray: Love Kills, Bromance
- ZEE5 – Bohurupi, Costao
May 2025 is packed with fresh content on JioHotstar, Netflix, ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video and more. Whether you’re into intense thrillers, lighthearted comedies, or real-life dramas, there’s something new for everyone this month. From Indian originals to international hits, here’s a handy guide to the top OTT shows and movies releasing this May.
Netflix May 2025 Releases
The Royals
The Royals is a romantic comedy full of drama and palace secrets. Set in a fictional British royal family, it mixes tradition, scandal, and love with a lighthearted tone. Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter bring great chemistry to the screen.
- Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Nora Fatehi, and more
- Release Date: May 9, 2025
The Diplomat
Based on a true story, The Diplomat follows Uzma Ahmed’s escape from Pakistan with help from Indian diplomat J.P. Singh. It’s a gripping mix of courtroom drama and political tension.
- Cast: John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb, Kumud Mishra, and others
- Release Date: May 9
The Eternaut
The Eternaut is a survival sci-fi series set in Buenos Aires during a deadly snowfall and alien invasion. Based on a famous Argentine graphic novel, it’s intense, moody, and thought-provoking.
- Cast: Ricardo Darín, Carla Peterson, Ariel Staltari, and more
- Release Date: April 30
JioHotstar May 2025 Releases
Kull: Legacy of Raisingh
Secrets are spilling in Kull: Legacy of Raisingh. This drama set in Rajasthan dives deep into a powerful family’s world of greed, betrayal, and revenge. With sharp performances and plenty of twists, it’s already gaining attention.
- Cast: Nimrat Kaur, Amol Parashar, Ridhi Dogra, and others
- Release Date: May 2, 2025
L2: Empuraan
L2 is a sci-fi action film set in a dystopian future where a rogue AI threatens humanity. A group of misfits must step up to save the world. Expect thrilling visuals and non-stop action.
- Cast: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Rick Yune, and more
- Release Date: April 24
Star Wars: Andor Season 2
The Rebellion rises in Andor Season 2. Cassian Andor gets deeper into secret missions, while Mon Mothma works behind the scenes. There’s even a chance we’ll see a young Princess Leia playing a subtle but important role.
- Cast: Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk, Kyle Soller
- Release Date: April 22 (New episodes every Wednesday)
Amazon Prime Video May 2025 Releases
Gram Chikitsalay
Gram Chikitsalay tells the story of Dr. Prabhat, a young city doctor trying to improve healthcare in a rural village. But first, he must learn to adapt himself. It’s a feel-good series with a lot of heart.
- Cast: Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, and others
- Release Date: May 9
Another Simple Favor
The sequel to the 2018 hit, Another Simple Favor brings back Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in a new mystery full of dark humor. This time, the drama unfolds at a wedding in Capri.
- Cast: Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively
- Release Date: May 1
ZEE5 May 2025 Releases
Bohurupi
Inspired by real heists in West Bengal, Bohurupi follows a wrongly accused graduate who ends up becoming a bank robber and undercover agent. It’s an intense Bengali thriller worth watching.
- Cast: Shiboprosad Mukherjee, Abir Chatterjee, Ritabhari Chakraborty
- Release Date: May 9
Costao
Costao is based on the true story of a customs officer in 1990s Goa who takes on a gold smuggling network. With Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead, expect a gritty and gripping watch.
- Cast: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Priya Bapat, Kishore Kumar G
- Release Date: May 1
Sony LIV May 2025 Releases
Black, White & Gray: Love Kills
In Love Kills, journalist Daniel Gary uncovers a string of murders tied to a mysterious young man. This six-episode docu-thriller is packed with suspense and deep character moments.
- Cast: Mayur More, Palak Jaiswal, Deven Bhojani, Tigmanshu Dhulia
- Release Date: May 2
Bromance
Bromance is a fun, coming-of-age comedy about Binto and his wild search for his missing brother. With humour, action, and a strong focus on friendship, it’s a light and enjoyable watch.
- Cast: Arjun Ashokan, Mathew Thomas, Mahima Nambiar
- Release Date: May 1
FAQs
Q1. What are the major OTT releases in May 2025?
Answer. Some top releases include The Royals, The Diplomat, and The Eternaut on Netflix; Kull: Legacy of Raisingh, L2: Empuraan, and Star Wars: Andor Season 2 on JioHotstar; Gram Chikitsalay and Another Simple Favor on Prime Video; Black, White & Gray: Love Kills and Bromance on Sony LIV; and Bohurupi and Costao on ZEE5.
Q2. What is The Royals on Netflix about?
Answer. The Royals is a romantic comedy set in a fictional British royal family, blending tradition, scandal, and love in a lighthearted tone. It stars Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter.
Q3. Is The Diplomat movie based on a true story?
Answer. Yes, The Diplomat follows Uzma Ahmed’s real-life escape from Pakistan with help from Indian diplomat J.P. Singh. It’s a gripping mix of courtroom drama and political tension.
Q4. What’s new in the Star Wars: Andor Season 2?
Answer. Cassian Andor deepens his role in secret missions, while Mon Mothma works behind the scenes. There’s even speculation about a young Princess Leia making an appearance.
Q5. What is Bohurupi movie about?
Answer. Inspired by real heists in West Bengal, Bohurupi follows a wrongly accused graduate who becomes a bank robber and undercover agent, making for an intense Bengali thriller.
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