Netflix’s hit franchise, Lust Stories, returns today, looking to recapture the magic that made the original a breakout sensation. While the 2018 film was an Emmy-nominated triumph, the 2023 sequel divided audiences with uneven stories. Now, Lust Stories 3 aims to wipe the slate clean with four fresh, deeply engaging tales of modern desire.
The new edition unites an elite mix of celebrated directors and powerhouse actors. Vikramaditya Motwane directs Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Vijay Varma in a tense drama, while Shakun Batra pairs Ali Fazal with Radhika Madan. Rounding out the lineup, Kiran Rao guides Gurfateh Pirzada and newcomer Sana Thampi, while Vishal Bhardwaj directs real-life couple Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth.
If you want to catch the premiere early, the film drops globally on Netflix today, September 18, 2026, at 12:30 PM IST. Arriving in time for an afternoon binge, it lets fans tune in before online discussions ignite tonight.
Behind the scenes, producers Ronnie Screwvala and Ashi Dua Sara return to steer the ship. Clocking in at a brisk two and a half hours, the film works as a single cohesive feature rather than scattered episodes. With such stellar talent attached, this chapter has every chance to put the series back on top.