India, April 9 -- The news about Parth Samthaan replacing senior actor Shivaji Satam as ACP Pradyuman on CID has left the internet divided. While Parth's fans are rejoicing, it has not been received well by diehard loyalists of the popular TV show. Guess what? Parth says that he himself had doubts about playing the iconic character.

The actor, who is all set to return to television after a five-year hiatus, tells us, "Initially, I rejected the role of ACP Pradyuman, because I don't relate to it. But the makers asked me to reconsider. I was also hesitant due to the show's long-standing cast and the fact that they'd have to address me as 'sir' on screen. It felt a bit unusual and awkward."

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