Rajkumar Hirani Makes OTT Debut with ‘Pritam & Pedro’
Mumbai, July 10 : Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has made his much-awaited OTT debut with Pritam & Pedro, a six-episode Hindi crime-comedy thriller that premiered on JioHotstar on July 3.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Goa, the series follows veteran police officer Pritam (Arshad Warsi), who relies on instinct and experience, and Pedro (Vir Hirani), a young cyber expert who believes in technology and data-driven investigation. Despite their contrasting personalities, the duo joins forces to crack a high-profile kidnapping case and unravel a web of cybercrimes.
Created and produced by Rajkumar Hirani, the series blends humour, suspense and emotion while exploring the growing challenge of cybercrime in a relatable and engaging manner. Staying true to Hirani’s signature storytelling style, Pritam & Pedro combines entertaining moments with a meaningful social message on digital awareness.
The series features an impressive ensemble cast including Arshad Warsi, Vir Hirani, Vikrant Massey, Mona Singh, Boman Irani, Satyadeep Mishra and Shruti Marathe. It also marks Vir Hirani’s debut as a lead actor.
Since its release, Pritam & Pedro has been appreciated by audiences for its refreshing buddy-cop dynamic, engaging screenplay and balanced mix of comedy and thriller elements. Arshad Warsi’s performance and his on-screen chemistry with Vir Hirani have received widespread praise, while viewers have also lauded the show’s contemporary take on cybercrime investigations.
With its entertaining narrative, memorable performances and family-friendly appeal, Pritam & Pedro has emerged as one of the notable Hindi web series of the year, reinforcing Rajkumar Hirani’s successful transition from the big screen to the OTT platform.
