In a poignant return to his roots, the late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput made a memorable appearance on the iconic TV series CID, showcasing his versatility beyond the silver screen. Amidst the buzz surrounding his upcoming film ‘Detective Byomkesh Bakshy’, Rajput graced the small screen as his character from the movie, joining forces with CID’s famed trio—ACP Pradyuman, Daya, and Abhijeet—in a riveting special episode aired in 2015.
In this gripping narrative, Rajput’s character, embodying the essence of detective Byomkesh Bakshy, delves into a complex web of murders stretching from Mumbai to Kolkata. With meticulous precision, he pieces together clues, unraveling a sinister plot of poisonings and intertwined mysteries. As the story unfolds, Rajput’s Byomkesh teams up with CID, led by the stalwart trio, to crack the case wide open. Together with Anand Tiwari’s portrayal of Byomkesh’s trusted aide Ajit, they navigate through the labyrinth of crime, ultimately bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Rajput’s stint on CID served as a testament to his acting prowess, bridging his journey from television to Bollywood and back again with finesse. His portrayal in Dibakar Banerjee’s ‘Detective Byomkesh Bakshy’ had garnered critical acclaim, hinting at a promising future in the detective genre. However, fate had a different path in store.
Tragically, Sushant Singh Rajput’s promising career was cut short by his untimely demise in 2020, leaving behind a legacy etched in both television and cinema. From his breakout role in ‘Kai Po Che’ to his stellar portrayal of cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni in ‘MS Dhoni: The Untold Story’, Rajput’s talent resonated deeply with audiences, earning him widespread acclaim and adoration. As the industry mourned his loss, plans for a potential sequel to ‘Detective Byomkesh Bakshy’ were shelved, marking the end of a promising chapter in Indian cinema.
