Mumbai, India – The sudden and emotional death of CID’s iconic ACP Pradyuman (played by Shivaji Satam) has left fans heartbroken, but sources reveal there’s more to the story than what unfolded on screen. Insiders claim that behind-the-scenes tensions and a major creative overhaul led to the unceremonious exit of one of Indian television’s most beloved characters.
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Not Just a Storyline Decision: Internal Conflicts Exposed: While the on-screen narrative showed ACP Pradyuman sacrificing himself in a heroic act, industry sources suggest that the decision to kill off the character stemmed from disagreements between the show’s producers and veteran actor Shivaji Satam.
A production insider revealed, “There were ongoing discussions about reducing ACP Pradyuman’s role due to the show’s declining TRPs and a push for younger characters. Satam sir was unhappy with the direction and felt sidelined. The exit was abrupt, and not everyone on the team agreed with it.”
Fan Outrage: #BringBackACP Trends Nationwide: The episode sparked an instant uproar on social media, with fans accusing the makers of disrespecting a legacy character. Many questioned why such an iconic figure was given an unceremonious farewell instead of a grand send-off.
One fan wrote, “After 25 years, ACP Pradyuman deserved better. This feels like a betrayal to loyal viewers.”
Will Shivaji Satam Return? Producers Drop Cryptic Hint: Despite the finality of the episode, a high-ranking source from Sony TV hinted that discussions are underway for a potential return—either in a special episode or a spin-off. “The backlash has been massive. The team is reconsidering how to honor the character’s legacy,” the source added.
Meanwhile, Satam has remained silent, but close associates say he was “emotional yet dignified” during his final shoot.
What’s Next for CID?: With ACP Pradyuman gone, the show’s future hangs in the balance. Rumors suggest a major revamp, possibly introducing a new lead or even rebranding the series. Will Daya take over, or will an entirely new team step in?
One thing is clear: CID will never be the same.
