Sony TV Confirms ACP Pradyuman's Death, Fans Question Finality

The iconic CID character's fate remains uncertain as actor Shivaji Satam reveals he was not informed if his role has officially ended.

Sony TV officially announced ACP Pradyuman's death on social media, marking 'the end of an era' for the beloved CID character.
The character's apparent death in a recent episode, caused by an explosion, was not explicitly shown on screen, fueling fan speculation about a possible return.
Actor Shivaji Satam, who played ACP Pradyuman for 27 years, stated he is on a break and has not been informed whether his character's storyline is concluded.
Fans expressed anger and grief online, viewing the announcement as the loss of a cultural legacy and criticizing the manner of the character's exit.
CID, a long-running Indian TV show with nearly 1600 episodes since 1998, recently returned after a six-year hiatus, making this development pivotal for its revival.