ACP Pradyuman to die in CID?

Actor Shivaji Satam’s iconic character ACP Pradyuman, has become synonymous with the legendary Indian crime show CID. However, due to the show's consistently low TRPs and declining viewership, the makers have reportedly decided to take a major step — ending ACP Pradyuman’s journey in the series in an effort to revive audience interest.

“It’s true that Shivaji Satam’s character ACP Pradyuman is going to die. The makers have decided to take this step due to the low TRP. This decision has been made after much consideration and mutual agreement,” a source revealed to Indian media. 

With Shivaji’s exit, it will be interesting to see how the story progresses and which new actor steps in to steer the show forward.

“A senior actor like him won’t be replaced but a new actor will be introduced with a different character to take the story ahead,” the source added. “The new actor will be on par with Shivaji Satam in terms of popularity and stature.”

According to earlier reports, filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia, who recently joined the show's cast, will be involved in a dramatic twist that leads to ACP Pradyuman’s death. It is expected that his character will plant a bomb, marking the end of an era.

Shivaji Satam has portrayed ACP Pradyuman since CID first aired in 1998. The show took a break in 2018, citing creative reasons, and returned to screens in 2024. Earlier this year, it also began streaming on Netflix, introducing the series to a new generation of viewers.

On his return, Shivaji had shared his excitement:

“In this edition of the show, the Daya-Abhijeet bond, once unbreakable, has snapped and the two are standing opposite each other. The very foundation of CID is shaken, and ACP Pradyuman’s world will be turned upside down. It feels surreal to return as ACP Pradyuman after six years, a character that has received so much love — and we promise a thrilling ride filled with suspense and heart-stopping drama!”

If this really is the end for ACP Pradyuman, it marks a massive shift in the world of CID and for millions of fans, it’s truly the end of an era.