The television hosting career of Ajay Devgn began with Crime Patrol 2026 - Crime Ka Current Season, where he became the successor of Anup Soni in the popular crime show. The show debuted on August 31 on Sony TV, which airs Crime Patrol, and is also available to stream on SonyLIV.
It was reported by Hindustan Times that Ajay Devgn will earn a hefty sum of ₹90 crore for 15 episodes of the show. The reported sum means that he will be earning approximately ₹6 crore per episode, which is a massive pay-check for a television hosting show.
The reported sum has yet to be confirmed by Ajay Devgn, Sony TV, or SonyLIV. However, his participation in the show has brought great interest into the new season, with many fans eager to see him in a totally new TV hosting role.
Ajay Devgn Takes Over Crime Patrol Hosting Duties
Crime Patrol 2026 has brought Ajay Devgn in front of the camera as a host, a position he had never occupied before, taking over from Anup Soni, an important person connected with the series for many years.
The arrival of Ajay in the show indicates a big shift in terms of the show's style since he is famous mainly for his performances in Bollywood films.
Ajay's Reported ₹90 Crore Deal For 15 Episodes
The most controversial part about Ajay’s television debut is about his payment for doing so. According to Hindustan Times, the actor has signed an agreement for 15 episodes amounting to about ₹90 crore.
Considering the mentioned amount, Ajay can earn almost ₹6 crore per single episode. If this information is true, this fact emphasizes the level of expenses spent on inviting a famous Bollywood actor to a popular TV series.
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Crime Patrol 2026 Premieres On Sony TV And SonyLIV
Premiering on Sony TV on August 31, “Crime Patrol 2026 – Crime Ka Current Season” has introduced viewers to its new concept as well as its host. The season is also available for streaming on SonyLIV, which allows viewers to access it online.
The revival of the show with the addition of Ajay Devgn has received quite a lot of coverage, owing to not just the new host but also the new medium for the actor.
Reported Fee Has Not Been Officially Confirmed
Even with all the buzz about the reported ₹90-crore contract, one needs to take it as an estimate from the news sources and not an amount that has been confirmed by any means.
Neither Ajay Devgn nor the producers from Sony TV and SonyLIV have officially announced the exact amount being offered to the actor. Without an official statement, the reported ₹90 crores and the estimated ₹6 crore per episode still stand unconfirmed.
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