Rajkumar Hirani is formally joining the long-form streaming market. Premiering on July 3, 2026, JioHotstar's debut series Pritam and Pedro was officially announced today. Along with the news, the show's first-look poster was unveiled, providing a glimpse into its quirky and grounded environment.
| Title | Pritam Aur Pedro |
|---|---|
| Director | Avinash Arun |
| Cast | Arshad Warsi, Vir Hirani |
| Streaming platform | JioHotstar |
| Streaming date | July 3, 2026 |
The series is directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Avinash Arun and was created and produced by Hirani. Pritam and Pedro stars Arshad Warsi, marking a highly anticipated creative reunion with the filmmaker after their iconic collaborations in the Munna Bhai franchise. Vir Hirani, son of Rajkumar Hirani, makes his digital acting debut in the series and takes on a major role.
The recently released poster showcases a unique visual style, depicting a skewed ATM machine left alone on a deserted beach against a backdrop of the coast. The two main characters, seen from behind, are standing on either side of the machine. Vir is dressed formally in a shirt, trousers and tie, whereas Warsi is shown wearing a typical police uniform. The debut date is confirmed when the text "JULY 3" appears on the ATM screen.
Combining Hirani's signature human warmth and situational comedy with high-stakes investigation elements, the series is structured as a cybercrime thriller. As the two main protagonists are compelled to work together during an unusual inquiry, the plot explores the clash of generations and differing techniques between them.
According to Hirani, who provided commentary on the production, the digital format gave the creative team greater leeway to build character arcs across a longer narrative period. He observed the show delves into the absurdity and comedy that arise when two very different people are forced to face unexpected obstacles in life side by side.
Among the many planned releases from Hotstar Specials, Pritam and Pedro stands out. Starting July 3, 2026, the whole series will be streamed exclusively on JioHotstar.
