Veteran Indian television producer and director Brijendra Pal Singh, widely known as B. P. Singh and famous for creating hit shows like CID and Aahat, died of a heart attack at 77.
His sudden demise sparked deep grief across the entertainment industry.
Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit expressed profound sorrow on social media, describing Singh as a brilliant director, a wonderful human, and a close friend whose work on Indian television will continue to inspire generations.
Pandit also recalled working alongside Singh during his tenure as President of the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association.
In addition to his stellar work behind the camera, Singh delighted fans on screen in CID by playing the iconic character of DCP Shamsher Singh Chitrole.
CID stands as one of India's longest-running crime investigation series, which alongside the horror hit Aahat, revolutionized small-screen entertainment in the country.
According to family sources, his last rites will be performed on October 28.