Rajkumar Hirani's OTT series 'Pritam and Pedro' to stream on July 3
Mumbai, May 19
Rajkumar Hirani's production series titled 'Pritam and Pedro' is set to release on Jio Hotstar on July 3. The makers have released the first look poster of the series.
'Pritam and Pedro' marks Rajkumar Hirani's much-anticipated streaming debut, bringing his signature blend of warmth, emotion and human storytelling into the long-format space for the very first time, as per the press note by Hotstar.
The series is directed by filmmaker Avinash Arun, offers just enough to draw audiences into its quirky, rooted and unpredictable world, while keeping the larger story completely under wraps.
The poster features an abandoned ATM on a beach, two unlikely men standing beside it, and a mystery strange enough to instantly spark curiosity.
Jio Hotstar shared the first look poster on their Instagram handle.
Rajkumar Hirani opened up about the project, saying the series has a "lot of humour, warmth and madness."
"I've always enjoyed stories where very different people are forced to come together and navigate life in unexpected ways. Pritam and Pedro have a lot of humour, warmth and madness in that sense. The long-format space gave us the opportunity to spend more time with the characters and really explore their journey. It's been an exciting experience, and I'm happy to partner with JioHotstar for it," said Rajkumar Hirani as quoted in the press note.
Rajkumar Hirani's last directorial was Dunki, which starred Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role. The film performed well at the box office. The movie was released in 2023.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Okay but is anyone else worried Hirani might lose his touch in a series format? His films always had such tight storytelling. Let's hope this 'Pritam and Pedro' has the same heart as his classics. Fingers crossed! 🤞
Hirani + OTT = best news in ages. His last film 'Dunki' was decent but this looks totally different. An abandoned ATM on a beach? Two very different people forced together? Sounds like classic Hirani chaos and heart. My family is already planning a binge-watch night for July 3!
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical. Hirani's style works perfectly in 2.5-hour films. Stretching it into a series might dilute the impact. But I trust his instincts - man has never made a bad film. Let's see if he can do the same for OTT. Will definitely give it a watch though.
That first look poster is so quirky - an ATM on a beach! 😂 Hirani knows how to grab attention without giving away anything. I have high hopes for this one. Also, Avinash Arun directing - his work on 'Killa' was brilliant. Great combo!
Rajkumar Hirani is a legend - his films have heart, soul and that special Indian touch that makes you laugh and cry. This 'Pritam and Pedro' sounds like it has all that plus more time to explore characters. Perfect for OTT. My whole family is waiting for July 3! 🎉
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