After a five-year hiatus from television, Kasautii Zindagii Kay actor Parth Samthaan made a much-anticipated return to the small screen — this time stepping into the iconic world of CID. Taking on the role of ACP Ayushman following the on-screen death of Shivaji Satam’s legendary ACP Pradyuman, Parth’s entry stirred mixed emotions among fans. While many were disappointed not to see Satam in the lead, there was also growing excitement around Parth’s character. However, now he has confirmed that his time on the show is nearing its end. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, the actor revealed that his role was always intended as a short-term appearance. “It’s been an absolute pleasure to be a part of a cult show like CID, even if it’s just for a brief period. I was on board for a few episodes only, a guest appearance, but later got extended for a couple of months,” he shared. He further elaborated on why there was no early confirmation about his involvement, stating, “Initially, we couldn’t give any confirmation on the same …