Rajkumar Hirani's streaming production debut sets July 3 release
Mumbai, May 19
Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani's streaming production debut has locked its premiere date. Titled 'Pritam and Pedro', the show aligns his warmth, emotion and human storytelling with director Avinash Arun's vision. The show will drop on OTT on July 3.
The show offers just enough to draw audiences into its quirky, rooted and unpredictable world, while keeping the larger story completely under wraps.
Talking about the project, Rajkumar Hirani said, "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".
He further mentioned, "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".
Alok Jain, Head - Hindi & English Entertainment Business (Streaming, TV & Studios), JioStar, said, "At JioHotstar, we believe some of the most compelling stories are the ones that feel deeply rooted yet universally entertaining. Stories filled with warmth, humour, emotion and human connection have always had a special place in audiences' hearts, and there are few storytellers who have shaped that space as distinctively and consistently as Rajkumar Hirani. We are incredibly excited to partner with him for Pritam and Pedro as he makes his streaming debut, bringing his uniquely loved storytelling voice to long-format entertainment in a fresh and immersive way for audiences across the country".
'Pritam and Pedro' is set to release on July 3, 2026 on JioHotstar.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical. OTT platforms are flooded with content these days, and even big names sometimes falter. But Hirani's track record with human stories is unmatched. I'll wait for the reviews, but the premise of two mismatched people coming together sounds promising. Let's hope it delivers like '3 Idiots' or 'Munna Bhai'! 🤞
As someone who loves Indian storytelling but isn't from India, I'm thrilled Hirani is expanding to streaming. His films have a universal appeal that transcends borders. 'Pritam and Pedro' sounds like it has that quirky charm I enjoyed in 'Lage Raho Munna Bhai'. Count me in for the July premiere! 🌏👏
Hirani's storytelling is pure gold, but I hope the series format doesn't dilute his magic. The beauty of his films is their tight, emotional arcs. That said, Avinash Arun is a brilliant director too – 'Killa' was so raw and real. This combo could be magical! Just please, no forced romance or unnecessary drama 🙏
Hirani+OTT= blockbuster wait! But releasing on JioHotstar? Hope they market it well. So many good shows get lost in the noise. 'Pritam and Pedro' sounds like a story about unlikely friendships – something India needs more of. Excited for the madness and warmth he promises! 🙌🔥
I've been following Hirani's work since 'Munna Bhai MBBS'. His ability to blend social commentary with laughter is legendary. This long-format move is brave – hope he
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