Four Acclaimed Directors, Four New Stories: Emmy® Nominated Anthology Film Franchise Lust Stories Unveils Third Installment, Premieres September 18 on Netflix

The anthology film returns with four new stories from Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj, bringing together a stellar ensemble cast to explore the many shades of love, desire and human connection

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Mumbai, 05 September 2026 : One of Netflix India’s most celebrated anthology franchises is back! Lust Stories 3, the third installment of the International Emmy®-nominated anthology, premieres September 18 , bringing together four distinctive cinematic voices – Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj -for four emotionally rich stories that explore love, lust, relationships and repressed desire through deeply personal, contemporary lenses.

Produced by RSVP and Flying Unicorn Entertainment , the film features a stellar ensemble cast including Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditi Rao Hydari, Radhika Madan, Sana Thampi, Vijay Varma, Abhishek Banerjee, Siddharth, Ali Fazal, Gurfateh Pirzada .

Speaking about the return of the celebrated anthology, Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director, Original Films, Netflix India , said, “ What gives Lust Stories its enduring appeal is its ability to reinvent itself. Each chapter begins with a shared human impulse and arrives at a completely different emotional truth. Here, desire opens a window into power, vulnerability, agency, compromise, and the things people struggle to say aloud. Four of India’s leading directors Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra, and Vishal Bhardwaj bring four distinct perspectives, united by a singular vision: inviting audiences to interpret these relationships through the lens of their own experiences. Together with RSVP and Flying Unicorn Entertainment, we’re proud to carry this creative legacy forward. Each film offers a distinct perspective, while leaving audiences room to form their own interpretations. That is the power of this anthology.”

Ronnie Screwvala, Producer, RSVP , adds, “With every edition, Lust Stories has challenged conventions by bringing together exceptional filmmakers to tell deeply human stories. Over the years, the anthology has continued to evolve, reflecting the changing nuances of relationships and the many shades of modern intimacy. Netflix has been a valued partner in championing the anthology and giving these distinctive stories a global platform. We’re excited to continue this journey with Lust Stories 3, this time with 4 extraordinary storytellers in Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj.”

Ashi Dua, Producer, Flying Unicorn Entertainment , shares, “What makes Lust Stories special is its ability to bring together unique creative voices while creating a shared emotional experience. Every story in this anthology is different in tone and perspective, yet they are united by their honesty and vulnerability. We can’t wait for audiences to discover these worlds on Netflix, on 18th September, and make them their own.”

Each story offers a unique perspective on intimacy and relationships, reflecting the signature storytelling style of its filmmaker while collectively celebrating the complexity, contradictions and emotional truths that define human connection. With four distinct voices and four unforgettable worlds, Lust Stories 3 continues the anthology’s legacy of telling stories that resonate long after the credits roll.

Lust Stories 3 premieres on September 18, only on Netflix.

CREDITS

DIRECTORS : Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra & Vishal Bharadwaj
PRODUCTION : RSVP and Flying Unicorn Entertainment
PRODUCED BY : Ronnie Screwvala, Ashi Dua
WRITERS : Kiran Rao, Tanaji Dasgupta, Avinash Sampath, Sumukhi Suresh, Shakun Batra, Sameeha Sabnis, Ashwathi Namboodiri, Nitesh Bhatia, Utkarshini Vashishtha and Vishal Bhardwaj
KEY CAST : Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditi Rao Hydari, Radhika Madan, Sana Thampi, Vijay Varma, Abhishek Banerjee, Siddharth, Ali Fazal, Gurfateh Pirzada