Anup Soni has reacted to Ajay Devgn replacing him as the host of Crime Patrol, bringing an end to one of the show's most recognisable hosting eras.

Soni, who became closely associated with the long-running crime show over the years, kept his response brief but wished Ajay Devgn well. He said he was sure the Bollywood actor would bring his own style and perspective to the programme.

The change has attracted considerable attention because Anup Soni's voice and presentation style became strongly identified with Crime Patrol among television viewers.

Anup Soni Has Little to Say About the Change

Reacting to Ajay Devgn hosting Crime Patrol, Anup Soni reportedly said that he did not have much to say about the development.

However, he did not appear negative about Devgn taking over the show.

Instead, Soni said he was sure that Ajay would bring his own style and perspective to Crime Patrol and extended his best wishes to the actor.

His restrained response comes as the new season prepares to introduce a very different face to the popular crime series.

Why Ajay Devgn Is Replacing Anup Soni

Ajay Devgn is set to make his television hosting debut with the upcoming season of Crime Patrol.

The makers have already released the first promo featuring Devgn, in which the actor talks about the changing nature of crime and points out that, in many cases, the person responsible is someone known to the victim.

He ends the promo by telling viewers, “Main rahunga aapke saath.”

The new season is scheduled to begin airing on August 31.

Ajay Devgn Has Already Shot 15 Episodes

According to a source cited by Times of India, Ajay Devgn has already shot 15 episodes of the upcoming Crime Patrol season.

However, his continuation beyond those episodes could depend on how viewers respond to his hosting and how the show performs in terms of ratings.

The source said the decision about whether Devgn will continue for the rest of the series would depend on audience reaction and TRPs.

This means Ajay's initial run could effectively serve as a test for the show's new hosting format.

Rajesh Tailang Is Also Joining the Hosting Line-Up

Ajay Devgn is not the only actor being brought in for the new season.

According to the report, Rajesh Tailang has also been roped in to host additional episodes.

The final number of episodes he will present has not yet been decided and could depend on how Ajay Devgn's episodes are received by viewers.

The addition of another actor gives the makers flexibility as they introduce a new presentation style for Crime Patrol.

Anup Soni Had Become the Face of Crime Patrol

For many viewers, Anup Soni and Crime Patrol have been almost inseparable.

His calm and serious narration became one of the defining elements of the programme, helping create a distinct presentation style for the crime-based show.

The series has had several presenters over the years, but Soni remained particularly associated with it because of his long-running stint.

His departure therefore makes Ajay Devgn's entry a significant change for regular viewers.

Ajay Devgn Brings a Different Image to the Show

Ajay Devgn's association with Crime Patrol also brings a different kind of screen presence.

The actor has played several police and law-enforcement characters in films, including Gangaajal, Singham and Drishyam.

His move into television hosting therefore comes with an image already strongly connected to crime and investigation-based roles.

However, hosting Crime Patrol will require a different approach from playing a fictional police character.

The new season will show whether Devgn's established screen persona works equally well as the presenter of a crime-based television format.

When Will Ajay Devgn's Crime Patrol Start?

The new season of Crime Patrol 2026 is scheduled to premiere on August 31.

With Ajay Devgn taking over the hosting duties and Rajesh Tailang also joining the line-up, the upcoming season represents a major change for the long-running programme.

For now, Anup Soni appears to be taking the transition in stride, while the real test will come once viewers see Ajay Devgn as the new Crime Patrol host.