Rajkumar Hirani has always been synonymous with feel-good entertainers, and it looks like his magic has successfully transitioned to the digital space as well. His first-ever web series, Pritam And Pedro, starring Arshad Warsi and introducing his son Vir Hirani, is turning into one of the biggest OTT success stories of 2026. Released on JioHotstar, the comedy-drama started its journey on a positive note, but what has happened over the past week has taken its performance to another level altogether.
Unlike most streaming releases that enjoy their biggest traction during the opening weekend before gradually slowing down, Pritam And Pedro has followed a completely different path. The series has witnessed explosive growth in its second week, proving that strong audience feedback and positive word of mouth are continuing to bring in fresh viewers every single day. The latest viewership figures clearly indicate that the show is no longer just another new release on OTT—it has become one of the platform’s biggest crowd-pullers of the year.
Pritam And Pedro Registers A Massive 126.6% Jump In Week 2
If the opening week established Pritam And Pedro as a promising release, its second-week performance has confirmed its blockbuster digital run. According to Ormax’s latest data for the period between July 6 and July 12, 2026, the series attracted an impressive 10.2 million viewers during its second week on JioHotstar. That’s a remarkable jump from the 4.5 million viewers recorded during its debut week.
A 126.6% increase in week-on-week viewership is an exceptional achievement for any OTT title. Most web series witness their highest numbers immediately after release before gradually tapering off. However, Pritam And Pedro has completely defied that trend. More viewers tuned in during the second week than in the first, highlighting the impact of strong recommendations and growing audience curiosity.
With a cumulative audience of 14.7 million viewers in just around ten days, the comedy-drama has comfortably established itself as one of the biggest streaming successes of the year.
Pritam And Pedro OTT Viewership Summary
| Week | Viewership |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | 4.5 Million |
| Week 2 | 10.2 Million |
| Total | 14.7 Million |
These numbers also suggest that Pritam And Pedro is enjoying something every streaming platform hopes for—organic growth. Instead of relying solely on launch-day hype, the series continues to attract new viewers through recommendations and positive audience reception. That kind of sustained momentum is often the hallmark of a genuine OTT winner.
Now The Second Most-Watched Indian Web Series Of 2026
The extraordinary second-week jump has had another major impact—it has completely reshaped the OTT rankings for 2026.
With 14.7 million viewers, Pritam And Pedro has officially climbed to the second position among the most-watched Indian web series released this year. The Rajkumar Hirani-created series now trails only Chiraiyaa while comfortably staying ahead of several high-profile originals released across Netflix, Prime Video and Amazon MX Player. For a debut web series, that’s a remarkable achievement.
Most Viewed Indian Web Series Of 2026
| Rank | Web Series | Platform | Viewership |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chiraiyaa | JioHotstar | 20 Million |
| 2 | Pritam And Pedro | JioHotstar | 14.7 Million |
| 3 | Made In India | Amazon MX Player | 13.7 Million |
| 4 | Taskaree | Netflix | 11 Million |
| 5 | Matka King | Prime Video | 10.4 Million |
| 6 | Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar S2 | JioHotstar | 10 Million |
| 7 | Sankalp | Amazon MX Player | 9 Million |
| 8 | Ab Hoga Hisaab | Amazon MX Player | 7.3 Million |
| 9 | Kaptaan | Amazon MX Player | 6.6 Million |
| 10 | Gram Chikitsalay S2 | Prime Video | 6.5 Million |
What makes this achievement even more impressive is the competition. The series has surpassed multiple big-ticket originals despite entering a crowded OTT landscape. More importantly, it has achieved this milestone largely on the strength of audience appreciation rather than aggressive marketing or launch-day buzz.
Rajkumar Hirani’s First OTT Venture Strikes Gold
One of the biggest reasons behind the show’s success is undoubtedly Rajkumar Hirani’s storytelling style. Known for delivering emotionally rich entertainers with universal appeal, the filmmaker has once again connected with audiences through a heartwarming yet humorous narrative.
Conclusion
The second-week performance of Pritam And Pedro proves that strong content and positive audience response can significantly boost a show’s popularity after its release. Instead of witnessing the usual drop in viewership, the Rajkumar
Disclaimer: The viewership figures mentioned in this article are based on data published by Ormax and Netflix’s official weekly reports for the respective tracking periods. These numbers represent official weekly estimates available at the time of writing and may change as cumulative lifetime viewership data is updated by the respective platforms.
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