Diwali 2026: The festival of Diwali is a special occasion to share happiness and spend time with family. On this day people decorate their houses, prepare dishes and enjoy the festival with their loved ones. But if this Diwali you want to spend quality time with family at home instead of going out, then watching movies and web series can be a good option. There are many such films and series available on the OTT platform, in which a wonderful combination of family drama, humor and emotional stories can be seen. Some of these stories explain the importance of family relationships, while some will make you laugh. In such a situation, let us know about 5 such films and series, which you can watch with your family this Diwali.
'What's in sweets?'
The first name in this list is of the film 'Meetha Mein Kya Hai', which is released on 30 October 2026. Ritwik Bhowmik, Rohini Hattangadi and Ayesha Raza are seen in important roles in the film. Its story revolves around a family who gathers at grandmother's house on the occasion of Diwali. In the beginning, this family get-together is full of happiness and laughter, but gradually the old secrets of the family start coming to light. After this, sourness and many ups and downs are seen in relationships. If you like stories related to family relationships and emotions, then this film can be a good choice for you. You can watch it on Netflix.
'Greater Tribulation'
At number two is Ahsaas Channa's film 'Greater Klash'. This film was released on 17 October 2025. In this, Supriya Shukla and Happy Ranjeet are in important roles along with Ahsaas Channa. The story of the film is about a girl named Twinkle, who suddenly returns to her home on the occasion of Diwali. His arrival creates an atmosphere of happiness in the family, but during this meeting many old secrets start getting revealed. Hidden resentment and mutual discord among family members also comes to the fore. It is shown in the film that despite the distance in family relationships, how important it is to be with loved ones. You can watch it on Netflix.
'Magnet'
This series, which released on Netflix on September 10, 2026, stars Neena Gupta, Deven Bhojani, Arjun Bijlani and Sumeet Vyas. Its story is about five families, who live in the same colony. The banter, banter and everyday stories between neighbors make it fun.4
'Dilwali Diwali'
Mihir Ahuja, Manoj Pahwa and Neelu Kohli are seen in this film released on 5 November 2026. The story is about Ansh, who returns from abroad and shifts his parents to a new house, but on Diwali he realizes that the happiness of the family is not just in a big house, but in living with loved ones.
'Don't worry the trouble'
If you like comedy and adventure along with family drama, then you can watch 'Don't Trouble the Trouble'. This film was released in theaters on 2 October 2026 and came on Netflix on 30 October. In this, Fahadh Faasil and Sara Palekar are seen in the lead roles. The story of the film is about a small-time thug named Suri, who meets a girl named Divya. Divya has magical powers. After this, both of them set out on an exciting journey, where many interesting twists are seen. If you want to watch something different and entertaining this Diwali, then you can include this film in your watchlist.
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