Ajay Devgn is set to make his television hosting debut with Crime Patrol’s 2026 season. The Bollywood actor will replace longtime host Anup Soni, bringing a new face and a different style to the popular crime based show. The change comes after years of Soni being closely connected with the series.
Devgn is widely known for playing strong police characters in Bollywood films. His most famous police role is perhaps Bajirao Singham from the Singham franchise. Because of his experience playing police officers on screen, his new role as the host of Crime Patrol has already caught the attention of viewers.
The actor has reportedly already shot 15 episodes of the upcoming season. However, he will not be the only host featured in the new episodes. Actor Rajesh Tailang is also set to host some episodes. Tailang has worked across films and web series and is known for his serious and realistic performances.
Crime Patrol has been a familiar name on Indian television for many years. The show presents stories based on crime cases and focuses on investigations, victims and the events surrounding different incidents. Anup Soni became one of the most recognized faces of the program during his long association with the series. His calm presentation and serious approach became closely linked with the show.
Devgn’s arrival means viewers will now see a different personality presenting the cases. His popularity in Bollywood and his connection with police roles could make the new season feel different from previous editions. At the same time, some longtime viewers may take time to adjust to the change after being familiar with Soni.
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The new season of Crime Patrol is scheduled to premiere on August 31 at 10:30 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV. The show will continue to focus on crime stories and investigations while introducing Devgn as its new host.
The real test will come after the new episodes begin airing. Viewer reactions and television ratings will indicate how audiences respond to Devgn in this new role. For now, his entry marks one of the biggest changes for Crime Patrol in its 2026 season.