Bengaluru, May 19 -- Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani is set to make his streaming debut with 'Pritam and Pedro', a new long-format series premiering on JioHotstar on July 3.

The makers on Tuesday unveiled details of the project, describing it as a quirky and emotionally layered story that begins with an unusual mystery involving an abandoned ATM on a beach and two unlikely men caught in unexpected circumstances.

Directed by Avinash Arun, the series promises Hirani's trademark blend of humour, warmth and human-centric storytelling while exploring a rooted yet unpredictable narrative.

Speaking about the collaboration, Alok Jain, Head of Hindi & English Entertainment Business (Streaming, TV & Studios) at JioStar, said the platform was e...