The return of the iconic ACP Pradyuman in CID 2 has sparked major speculation over Parth Samthaan’s future in the show as TRP woes and fan demands take center stage.
May 3, 2025: CID 2, the much-awaited revival of the legendary crime drama, made waves with a new season featuring the return of fan-favorite veterans Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, and Aditya Srivastava. Among the fresh faces, Parth Samthaan‘s entry as ACP Ayushman brought fresh energy to the show — but now, it seems all may not be well behind the scenes.
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The show had a major plot twist earlier when it announced the death of ACP Pradyuman, sending shockwaves through its loyal fanbase. Social media erupted with tributes and demands for his return, refusing to accept the iconic character’s exit. Responding to the overwhelming support, Shivaji Satam is now reportedly making a comeback — a move that may come at a cost.
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Industry buzz suggests that Parth Samthaan might exit the series following Satam’s return, especially as CID 2’s TRP ratings have dipped, possibly due to competition from IPL 2025 and streaming availability on Netflix. While Parth’s portrayal of ACP Ayushman was praised, many viewers continued to yearn for the old CID dynamic, led by ACP Pradyuman.
A source quoted by FilmiBeat addressed the rumours: “The rumours of Parth leaving might be false. The channel has to understand that the easy availability of CID 2 online and competition from IPL 2025 have severely affected the viewership. Shivaji Satam’s exit may have been a promotional tactic. We need to wait and watch.”
As of now, neither Parth Samthaan nor the show’s producers have issued any official confirmation. Fans are watching closely, hopeful that their favorite characters — old and new — will continue to share screen space in thrilling new episodes.
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