Creator of ‘CID’ and ‘Aahat’, B. P. Singh Dies at 77 Due to Heart Attack
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Veteran television producer and director B. P. Singh, best known for creating the popular crime series ‘CID’ and horror show ‘Aahat’, died at the age of 77 after suffering a massive heart attack early on Tuesday, October 27.
Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit expressed grief over Singh’s death, remembering him as a brilliant filmmaker, a great human being and a dear friend.
In a tribute shared on Instagram, Pandit said Singh’s crime shows had captivated audiences across the country and continued to inspire generations of filmmakers.
Ashoke Pandit Remembers a Close Friend
Recalling their association, Pandit said he was fortunate to have shared a close bond with Singh during his tenure as president of the Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA).
He praised Singh’s contribution to Indian television and described him as a filmmaker whose work would continue to be remembered for years to come.
Pandit also offered condolences to Singh’s family and loved ones. He said the veteran filmmaker’s last rites would be performed on Wednesday, October 28, with further details to be shared later.
B. P. Singh’s Legacy in Indian Television
Born Brijendra Pal Singh, B. P. Singh was among the prominent figures in Indian television. He earned widespread recognition for ‘CID’, one of the country’s longest-running crime investigation series, and ‘Aahat’, a popular horror show.
Beyond producing and directing, Singh also appeared in ‘CID’, playing DCP Shamsher Singh Chitrole, a character associated with the show’s crime investigation team.
His work on both series established him as a familiar name among Indian television audiences, with ‘CID’ in particular becoming a long-running fixture of crime drama on Indian television.
