May 2026 looks like a crowded and competitive month for Bollywood, bringing together a mix of large-scale spectacles, mid-budget entertainers as well as niche storytelling. Opening the month is Raja Shivaji, a historical drama led by Riteish Deshmukh that revisits the life of the iconic Maratha warrior with a focus on scale and legacy. The film is expected to appeal to audiences drawn to period narratives and grand visuals.