In a shocking turn of events, fans of the long-running TV series CID may soon have to bid farewell to the most iconic character of the show — ACP Pradyuman, played by Shivaji Satam. According to a report by India Today, the senior officer will reportedly die in a bomb blast plotted by the character Barbosa (played by Tigmanshu Dhulia) in one of the upcoming episodes of CID Season 2 now streaming on Netflix.
The scene was recently shot and is expected to air soon. As per the report, the rest of the CID team survives the blast, but ACP Pradyuman sacrifices his life. The makers are keeping the details under wraps to maintain the emotional shock value for loyal viewers.
CID Season 2, which made a comeback after six years, began airing new episodes on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV from February 21, 2025, with new episodes dropping every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM. The return of the series has not only reignited nostalgia but also brought unexpected narrative twists — including a strained relationship between Daya and Abhijeet, who were once the pillars of the CID team.
Shivaji Satam on His Return
Speaking about returning to the role, Satam recently said, “It feels surreal to return as ACP Pradyuman after six years. A character that has received so much love… this season promises a thrilling ride filled with suspense and heart-stopping drama.” The series had ended in 2018 after a stellar 20-year run, and its return on OTT has received an overwhelming response.
In a surprising development, reports suggest that ACP Pradyuman will meet a dramatic end. According to India Today, ACP Pradyuman will be killed off in a bomb blast sequence in one of the upcoming episodes. This marks a significant moment in the show's history, as fans prepare to bid farewell to the character who has been a cornerstone of CID for years.
In an upcoming episode, Barbosa, portrayed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, will mastermind a deadly bomb attack targeting the CID team. While the rest of the team narrowly escapes, ACP Pradyuman tragically loses his life in the blast. "The team recently shot the episode, which will go on air in a few days. As of now, not many details have been shared as the makers want this to be a big shocker for fans," India Today reported citing a source.
About CID
CID made a highly anticipated return to TV screens after a six-year hiatus. When the show made its comeback, Shivaji Satam shared his thoughts, saying, "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."
The second season of the popular crime thriller CID is now available for streaming on Netflix. Viewers can catch the first 18 episodes of season 2, which premiered on February 21, with new episodes releasing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM starting February 22. CID continues to air on television on Sony Entertainment and is also streaming on Sony LIV.
Actor Shivaji Satam, who is loved for the portrayal of ACP Pradyuman in the show, is making an exit from the show. A video clip of Shivaji Satam and Digmanshu Dhulia is also doing the rounds on social media where the latter can be seen pointing guns at him. Sources close to the show informed us that his character will be shown dead.
Tigmanshu Dhulia, who recently returned to CID as the ruthless and infamous Barbosa, leader of the Eye Gang, will kill ACP Pradyuman. In the upcoming episodes, Barbosa will set off a bomb in an attempt to eliminate the CID team. While the rest of the members will survive, ACP Pradyuman will tragically lose his life.
The production is also conducting auditions to cast an actor to play the role of new ACP. The search for an actor to play the new ACP is currently on, and nobody has been finalized yet. According to a report in India Today, the team has already shot for the episode and it is expected to go on-air soon.
During the comeback of CID season 2, Dayanand Shetty, who plays Daya, had shared his excitement about the return of the show, “Some characters are etched in the minds and hearts of the people, and Daya is one of them. I'm overwhelmed with the love and admiration that continues to pour in, even after all these years. The memes, the jokes, the references - it's all a testament to the impact that Daya has had on popular culture. I feel grateful and humbled to be reprising my role as Daya for a new season of CID, and I promise to bring the same intensity and passion that has made Daya such a loved character - it's time to break some more doors and solve some more cases,” he said.
Fans of the iconic TV show CID are in for a shock as one of the favorite characters, ACP Pradyuman, will reportedly die. The character, played by actor Shivaji Satam, will die in a bomb blast mishap in one of the upcoming episodes. In an episode, Barbosa will plan a bomb attack on the CID team. While other CID members will get saved, ACP Pradyuman will die.
The audience started watching the first 18 episodes of season 2 starting February 21, and new episodes every Saturday and Sunday at 10 PM from February 22. CID continues to air on television on Sony Entertainment and stream on Sony LIV. The hit series CID went off the air in October 2018, wrapping up a successful 20-year run. Actors who worked on the show became household names, all thanks to their intriguing performances.
