Mumbai: Brijendra Pal Singh, popularly known as BP Singh, the producer-director behind the iconic television shows CID and Aahat, died on Tuesday morning following a heart attack. His death marks the loss of a prominent figure in Indian television, particularly in crime and horror programming.
Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit shared the news on Instagram, stating that Singh suffered a heart attack earlier that morning and subsequently passed away.
Singh gained nationwide recognition through CID, the long-running crime-based television series that became one of India’s best-known police investigation dramas. The show remained associated with his work for more than two decades and developed a strong following among viewers.
He also played a significant role in bringing horror television to a wider Indian audience through Aahat. The series helped establish horror as a recognised genre on Indian television and became known for its suspense-driven storytelling.
Beyond these two popular programmes, Singh was associated with several other productions, including Khakee, Abhay and Supercops Vs Supervillains. His work spanned crime investigations, suspense and supernatural stories, contributing to the evolution of television entertainment in India.
According to the supplied report, Singh’s last rites will be performed on Wednesday, October 28. News of his death has brought attention to his decades-long contribution to Indian television and the enduring popularity of the programmes he helped create.
