Mumbai: The Indian television industry is mourning the death of veteran filmmaker BP Singh, who created popular shows like CID and Aahat. Actor Shivaji Satam, best known for playing ACP Pradyuman in CID, has shared an emotional message remembering the man who helped shape his career.
BP Singh died on October 27, 2026, after suffering a heart attack. His death has left many people from the television industry and his fans deeply saddened.
Shivaji Satam Says He Learned a Lot from BP Singh
Shivaji Satam worked with BP Singh for many years on CID. The actor remembered him as a close friend, a guide and a teacher who helped him become a better performer.
In an interview with Variety India, Shivaji said that Singh played a very important role in his life. Before working in television, Shivaji had experience performing in theatre. However, Singh taught him how to act naturally in front of a camera and how to make his character look powerful on screen.
Shivaji described Singh’s death as the end of a major chapter in his life. He said their relationship was much more than a professional partnership.
BP Singh’s Dedication to His Work
Shivaji also shared stories that showed how much Singh loved his work.
According to the actor, Singh returned to work just three months after heart surgery. He was reportedly seen running through a jungle with a camera to film a chase scene.
Shivaji also recalled how Singh worked on a special CID episode that lasted 111 minutes and was filmed in one continuous shot in 2004. Singh guided cameraman Nitin Rao during the challenging shoot.
The episode became a memorable moment in the history of Indian television because the entire story was filmed without the usual breaks between shots.
Shivaji Satam Says BP Singh Deserves Padma Shri
While remembering his friend, Shivaji said that BP Singh deserved the Padma Shri, one of India’s important civilian awards.
He explained that Singh never seemed very concerned about receiving awards. According to Shivaji, Singh believed that the love and support of viewers mattered more than any honour.
The actor said that the continued affection of the audience was itself a major achievement for Singh.
Who Was BP Singh?
Brijendra Pal Singh, popularly known as BP Singh, was a respected television producer and director. He became famous for creating two well-known shows, Aahat and CID.
He began his career as a news cameraman with Doordarshan in 1973 after graduating from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune.
He later worked on several television projects before creating Aahat, a horror series that became popular with viewers.
In 1998, Singh launched CID, a crime investigation show that remained popular for more than two decades. Its stories, police investigations and memorable characters made it a familiar part of television for many Indian families.
Singh also appeared in the show as DCP Shamsher Singh Chitrole. From 2018 to 2020, he served as chairman of FTII. He was also associated with the Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association.
A Lasting Legacy on Indian Television
BP Singh helped bring crime investigation stories to millions of homes through CID. His work connected with viewers of different ages and made the show a lasting part of Indian television.
For Shivaji Satam, Singh was not just the creator of a successful show. He was also a teacher and a friend who helped him grow as an actor.
As tributes continue to pour in, Singh will be remembered for his dedication, his contribution to television and the memorable shows he created.
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