Ajay Devgn to Host ‘Crime Patrol 2026’, Replaces Anup Soni

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is set to make his television debut as the host of Crime Patrol 2026 – Crime Ka Current Season. Stepping in for the fifteenth season of popular and long-running crime series, Devgn will replace Anup Soni, who has hosted the series since 2010.

In a newly released promo, Devgn, framed against the city, addresses viewers directly, urging them to respond to the realities of today not with fear, but with greater caution and awareness. The actor promises to guide audiences through the season, saying, “Main rahunga aapke saath.”

Devgn said that joining a show like Crime Patrol feels like a responsibility to his fans and viewers, given the series’ legacy of examining crime stories.

"Coming together with a show like Crime Patrol feels like a responsibility to my fans and viewers," the actor said in a statement. "The show has built a legacy of understanding crime stories while driving awareness among viewers, encouraging them to become more vigilant about the people around them and who they interact with and trust. As we bring to the forefront some of the stories inspired by cases that have shaken the nation, I hope and believe that I can help and guide audiences to navigate them with caution rather than fear.”

According to some reports, Devgn has already shot 15 episodes of the new season. His long-term commitment to the show is presently unclear.

Crime Patrol 2026 – Crime Ka Current Season will premiere on August 31 on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV. In Addition to Devgn, actor Madhuri Dixit and Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma will also host upcoming shows by Sony Pictures Networks.

On the film front, Devgn was last seen in the franchise comedy Dhamaal 4. His upcoming projects are Drishyam 3 and Chauhaan.