Cinema VinesAjay Devgn has been announced as the new host of the long‑running crime series Crime Patrol, marking his first foray into television presenting. The film star has already completed 15 episodes of the upcoming season, titled Crime Patrol 2026: Crime Ka Current Season, which is slated to premiere on August 31.
The change comes after actor Anup Soni, who served as the show’s host from 2010 to 2021, stepped down. Soni, who has been associated with the franchise for 11 years, expressed gratitude for the support he has received from viewers. Speaking to Variety India, he said, “I don’t have much to say on this. I have had a long and very special association with Crime Patrol, and I am grateful for all the love and affection the audience has given me over the years.”
In a warm reaction to Devgn taking over, Soni added that he is a big fan of the actor and recalls working together on films such as Prakash Jha’s Gangaajal and Apaharan. He believes Devgn will bring “his own style and perspective” to the show, and wishes the team success in the new season.
While Devgn embarks on this new chapter, Soni is preparing for his own projects. He revealed that a web series and a film are set to release next month, and he hopes audiences will extend the same affection he received on Crime Patrol to these new roles.
The original Crime Patrol series premiered in 2003 and has since aired over 2,000 episodes across multiple seasons, establishing itself as one of India’s longest‑running crime‑based programmes. The franchise’s transition to a new host signals a fresh phase for the show as it prepares to captivate viewers with its revamped presentation in 2026.
