India, June 29 -- Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani confirmed that his son, Vir Hirani, secured his acting debut in the upcoming cybercrime series Pritam and Pedro through a rigorous audition process rather than familial ties.,
Merit Over Nepotism
Hirani emphasized that he was clear from the start that Vir would not be handed a role simply because of his surname. While Vir was studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, his father encouraged him to establish himself through theater first. The young actor expressed interest in the project after observing casting discussions at home and eventually auditioned for director Avinash Arun to earn the part on merit., Vir prepared for the role through the following steps:
* Filmed multiple aud...