CID 2: Dr. Salunkhe aka Narendra Gupta's shocking exit leaves fans curious, netizens slam ‘Gaddar’ twist as disrespectful

CID 2: Dr. Salunkhe aka Narendra Gupta's shocking exit leaves fans curious, netizens slam ‘Gaddar’ twist as disrespectful

In a move that has left long-time CID fans stunned and heartbroken, veteran actor Narendra Gupta—better known as Dr. Salunkhe—has exited the rebooted series CID 2. The decision to write off the character by portraying him as a “gaddar” (traitor) has ignited outrage across social media, with many calling it a disrespectful and disappointing end to a legacy that spanned decades.

Dr. Salunkhe, the sharp-witted forensic expert of the original CID series, was more than just a supporting character. He was the science behind every solved mystery, the sarcasm that gave the show its flavour, and the glue that held the investigative team together. For many viewers, his iconic one-liners and chemistry with ACP Pradyuman and Inspector Daya were integral to the show’s charm.

So when CID 2 aired the shocking twist that Dr. Salunkhe had betrayed the team and showed him being arrested, fans were left dumbfounded. The moment didn’t feel like just a plot twist—it felt like a betrayal of the audience’s emotional investment in a beloved character.

Many viewers took to social media to express their anger and sadness. Comments like “CID spoiling our childhood. Dr. Salunkhe a Gaddar?” and “Too disappointed. He deserved a proper farewell, not this nonsense” flooded the internet. Hashtags like #BringBackDrSalunkhe and #CID2 began trending as fans demanded justice for the character and a reconsideration of the creative decision.

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Some believe this shocking twist was nothing more than a calculated marketing gimmick to spark online conversation and generate buzz. Others speculated that it could have been a last-minute decision by the makers or even by the actor himself. Either way, what hurts fans the most is the way the character was written off—without dignity, without closure.

If CID 2 aimed to revive nostalgia and rekindle the magic of the original show, this controversial creative decision may have done the opposite. Whether the makers will listen to the uproar or continue on this path remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: the CID universe will never quite be the same without Dr. Salunkhe.