India, May 20 -- A sunny day at the beach. An abandoned ATM. Two unlikely men are leaning against it. That's the first image that Rajkumar Hirani chose to introduce the world to Pritam and Pedro, the upcoming web series that marks his official entry into the OTT space. Over the years, the filmmaker has made us laugh, ugly-cry, and walk out of the theatre with burning philosophical questions. But fans often wondered what kind of magic the filmmaker would create if he were given more time with his characters. We finally have our answer. Let's explore everything we know so far about the upcoming cybercrime drama, Pritam and Pedro, releasing on JioHotstar in July 2026.
Rajkumar Hirani's web series debut looks like a complete package: signature humour, warmth, and just the right amount of madness. The intriguing poster and title are already doing their job, but there's more. His son Vir Hirani is stepping into the spotlight, making his acting debut. Elevating the excitement, Arshad Warsi is reuniting with Hirani after decades. They last worked together in Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006).
The upcoming JioHotstar series shows promise and should definitely be a part of your must-watch list. We bring you all the information, including cast, plot and release date, about Pritam and Pedro.
Pritam and Pedro: What we know so far
What is the plot of Pritam and Pedro?
Much of the plot details of Pritam and Pedro are still under wraps. However, the poster hints at an intriguing story about two unlikely men crossing paths. The abandoned ATM at the beach also adds to the mystery. Hirani spoke about introducing the series to the world while expressing his excitement for the much-anticipated project.
As quoted by Zoom, he shared in a statement, "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."
Cast and crew of Pritam and Pedo
Created and produced by Rajkumar Hirani, the cybercrime drama will star Vir Hirani and Arshad Warsi in leading roles. The series will be directed by Avinash Arun, known for Killa (2014), Three of Us (2022), Paatal Lok (2020), and School of Lies (2023).
When and where to watch Pritam and Pedro?
Pritam and Pedro will start streaming on JioHotstar from 3 July 2026.