Mumbai, 13 August (Amar Nath Prasad)
Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn is all set to make his television hosting debut by taking over as the host of the popular crime show Crime Patrol. Devgn will replace longtime host Anup Soni, marking a major change for the long-running series.
Ajay Devgn steps in as the new host
The makers have released the first promo featuring Ajay Devgn, offering viewers a glimpse of his new role. In the promo, Devgn discusses the changing crime landscape and highlights how, in many cases, the person responsible for a crime may be someone known to the victim.
The actor concludes the promo with the line, “Main rahunga aapke saath,” setting the tone for the upcoming season, which is scheduled to premiere on August 31.
According to a source cited by IANS, Devgn has already shot 15 episodes of the show. His continuation as host for the remaining episodes will reportedly depend on audience response and the show’s TRP performance.
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Anup Soni reacts to Ajay Devgn taking over
Anup Soni, who hosted Crime Patrol for around 11 years, has reacted positively to Devgn taking over the show.
Speaking to Variety India, Soni said he was confident that Devgn would bring “his own style and perspective” to the popular crime series. He also expressed gratitude for the love and support he received from viewers during his long association with the show.
Soni revealed that he is a big fan of Ajay Devgn and has previously worked with the actor in Prakash Jha’s films ** Gangaajal and Apaharan**. He wished Devgn and the entire team the very best for the new season.
Will Ajay Devgn continue beyond 15 episodes?
For now, Ajay Devgn has reportedly committed to the first 15 episodes. Whether he continues as the host will depend on how audiences respond to his new television avatar and the show’s TRP performance.
With Devgn bringing his own screen presence and hosting style to Crime Patrol, the new season is expected to offer a fresh presentation while retaining the show’s crime-focused format.
The new season of Crime Patrol premieres on August 31, with Ajay Devgn stepping into the host’s chair for the first time.
