Overview
- Sony released a promo this week featuring Ajay Devgn and the makers confirm he will appear as a special host for a select number of episodes rather than permanently replacing Anup Soni.
- Reporting has split: some outlets presented Devgn as the new face of the show while a Bollywood Hungama sourcing report quoted production staff saying his role is limited to a short block of episodes.
- Independent reports differ on how many episodes Devgn has filmed, with outlets citing either about 10 or 15 episodes and saying any further commitment will hinge on TRP and viewer reaction.
- Anup Soni, long identified with Crime Patrol during his 2010–2021 run, publicly wished Devgn and the team well and reflected on his lasting association with the series.
- The new season, Crime Patrol 2026, is set to premiere on August 31, 2026, and makers say a primary host for episodes not fronted by Devgn will be named in coming days, making early ratings a likely factor in final casting choices.