Prime Video India has unveiled its ambitious 2026 slate, featuring Hrithik Roshan’s Mess and Alia Bhatt’s Don’t Be Shy among a diverse lineup of films and series. The announcement highlights collaborations with top Bollywood stars and production houses, promising a year packed with thrillers, dramas, and big-ticket originals.
Hrithik Roshan’s Mess
One of the headline projects is Mess, produced by Hrithik Roshan, Eshaan Roshan, and Rajesh A. Krishnan under HRX Films. The series is described as a gripping drama that blends suspense with layered storytelling. Hrithik’s involvement as a producer signals his growing footprint in the OTT space, following earlier announcements of Storm. With strong creative backing, Mess is expected to be one of Prime Video’s flagship titles in 2026.
Alia Bhatt’s Don’t Be Shy
Alia Bhatt’s production house, Eternal Sunshine Productions, is bringing Don’t Be Shy to Prime Video. The project is positioned as a light-hearted yet socially relevant film, showcasing Alia’s versatility as both actor and producer. The film adds balance to the slate, contrasting with the darker thrillers and epics announced. Alia’s involvement continues her streak of backing content-driven projects that resonate with younger audiences.
Diverse Slate of Originals
Beyond star-driven projects, Prime Video’s 2026 lineup includes 54 new series and films across Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. Highlights include Vijay Varma’s Matka King, Sidharth Malhotra’s VVAN, and Nikkhil Advani’s The Revolutionaries, a period epic set against the 1857 uprising. The platform has partnered with leading production houses such as Dharmatic Entertainment, Excel Entertainment, Tiger Baby Films, and Emmay Entertainment, ensuring a mix of genres from historical dramas to contemporary thrillers.
What This Means for 2026
The announcement underscores Prime Video’s strategy to dominate India’s streaming space with star-led projects and diverse storytelling. With Hrithik Roshan and Alia Bhatt headlining the slate, alongside established names like Shahid Kapoor and Vijay Varma, the platform is betting big on both mass appeal and niche narratives. For audiences, 2026 promises to be a landmark year of binge-worthy content, blending Bollywood glamour with bold, original storytelling.
