Premiering Exclusively with Arabic and English Subtitles
STARZPLAY Launches Hotstar Special Pritam & Pedro Exclusively Across MENA from 3rd July
Dubai(News Desk)::: STARZPLAY, one of the leading media and technology platforms across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan, is set to exclusively premiere the Hotstar Special Pritam & Pedro on 3 July 2026, bringing audiences an eight-episode comedy-crime drama packed with laughs, mystery, unexpected twists, and binge-worthy entertainment.
To make the series accessible to audiences across the region, Pritam & Pedro will be available with both Arabic and English subtitles, allowing viewers to enjoy the series in their preferred language.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Goa, Pritam & Pedro follows two unlikely investigators brought together by a mysterious abandoned ATM discovered on a beach. Pedro, a seasoned police officer who trusts experience and traditional investigative methods, is partnered with Pritam, a young, tech-savvy investigator who relies on digital tools and modern investigative techniques. Despite their completely different personalities and investigative styles, the pair are forced to work together to solve an increasingly complex cybercrime mystery, leading to hilarious situations, unexpected adventures, clever twists, and plenty of entertaining moments along the way.
Produced as a Hotstar Special, the series features an acclaimed ensemble cast led by Arshad Warsi as Pedro and Vir Hirani as Pritam, alongside Boman Irani, Vikrant Massey, Mona Singh, and Sanjay Dutt in a supporting role. Blending comedy, mystery, and fast-paced storytelling, the series delivers an entertaining experience for audiences across the region.
Pritam & Pedro is particularly significant as it marks acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani’s first major venture into streaming as a co-producer and showrunner, bringing his signature blend of intelligent humour and heartfelt storytelling to the digital screen, while also introducing Vir Hirani in his acting debut.
Available as a complete box set from day one, Pritam & Pedro invites viewers to binge all eight episodes at their own pace, making it the perfect choice for fans of comedy, crime dramas, and South Asian entertainment. With summer temperatures keeping many audiences indoors across the region, the series offers the perfect excuse to sit back, relax, and enjoy an entertaining escape from the comfort of home.
The launch reflects STARZPLAY’s commitment to expanding its premium South Asian entertainment offering, reinforcing its position as the home of Hotstar in MENA while continuing to deliver an extensive selection of exclusive South Asian, Arabic, and international entertainment, alongside premium live sports, all on one platform.– Ends –
