ACP Pradyuman 'Dead'? Sony TV's Post Angers CID Fans
On April 5, Sony TV posted a tribute for ACP Pradyuman from the popular show CID. The post read, "In the loving memory of ACP Pradyuman (1998–2025)," calling it the "End of an Era." This announcement confused many fans, who thought the actor had passed away in real life.
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Real Actor Shivaji Satam Is Alive
ACP Pradyuman is a famous character played by actor Shivaji Satnam. Fans were quick to react, thinking the actor had died. However, Shivaji confirmed that he is alive and well. He said he is on a break from the show and has not been told anything about his role ending.
Barboza ne cheen li CID ki rooh 💔
Ab sirf ek sawal—kya CID tootegi, ya inteqaam ki aag mein aur bhi zyada bhadkegi?Yeh sirf ek nuksaan nahi… yeh toofaan ki shuruaat hai.
Dekhiye #CID Aaj raat 10 baje, sirf #SonyEntertainmentTelevision par aur Sony LIV par.#SonyTV… pic.twitter.com/x08CbV6krp
— sonytv (@SonyTV) April 6, 2025
Fans Are Angry with Sony TV's Promo
Many fans criticized Sony TV for the misleading announcement. Some called it "shameful" and "cheap publicity." Social media users shared memes and angry comments, saying it was a disrespectful way to market the show. One user wrote, “This post is so misleading! Add a disclaimer next time.”
Yeh kya caption likha hai 😡
— Saffron Hitman 🏏🚩 (@cric_love_ricky) April 6, 2025
Is he dead ?
— Oscar Unleashed (@Oscar_Tweeting) April 6, 2025
New Face in CID 2: Parth Samthaan Joins as ACP Ayushmaan
Despite the controversy, the show must go on. Actor Parth Samthaan will now be seen as ACP Ayushmaan in CID 2. He said the journey won’t be easy, as fans still love the original character. Parth is known for his roles in Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan and Kasautii Zindagii Kay.
Shivaji Satam Breaks Silence
Shivaji told Bombay Times, “I don’t know anything about this. I’m on a break. The makers haven’t told me if my role is over. I’m not shooting currently, but I’m okay with whatever they decide.”
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