Cinema VinesIn a fresh twist for Sony Entertainment Television’s long‑running true‑crime series, Bollywood star Ajay Devgn has been announced as the new host of Crime Patrol for its 2026 season, which is set to debut on August 31. The show, titled “Crime Patrol 2026 – Crime Ka Current Season,” will air at 10:30 pm on the network and will also be available for streaming on Sony LIV.
Devgn, whose filmography is peppered with police and action roles such as Singham, Drishyam and Gangajal, will guide viewers through dramatized retellings of real criminal cases that have shocked the nation. In a promotional clip released ahead of the premiere, the actor addresses the audience directly, urging them to stay vigilant rather than succumb to fear. “Main rahunga aapke saath,” he says, promising to accompany viewers through each story.
Speaking about the transition, Devgn expressed that hosting a show with the social responsibility of crime awareness felt like a duty to his fans. “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,” he added. He also said he hopes to help audiences navigate these tales with caution instead of fear.
The original Crime Patrol premiered in 2003 and has evolved through several iterations, including Crime Patrol Satark, Crime Patrol Dastak, Crime Patrol Dial 100 and Crime Patrol 2.0. Actor Anup Soni became closely associated with the franchise after hosting multiple seasons, and past hosts have included Sakshi Tanwar, Sonali Kulkarni, Divyanka Tripathi, Ashutosh Rana, Renuka Shahane and Nakuul Mehta.
Each episode typically blends dramatized reenactments of real crime cases with narration and messages aimed at crime awareness and prevention. With Devgn’s star power and track record of portraying authoritative roles, the 2026 season promises to bring a fresh energy to the series while continuing its mission of educating viewers about safety and vigilance.
