Renowned Indian singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, a move that has taken fans and music lovers by surprise. The announcement came unexpectedly and has sparked widespread discussion across social media and the music industry.
Arijit Singh shared the news through an emotional message on his Instagram account, in which he expressed gratitude for the love and support he has received from his fans over the years. In his message, he wrote that he is deeply thankful for the affection and encouragement shown by listeners throughout his musical journey.
He stated that he is happy to announce that he will no longer take on new work as a playback singer and that he is bringing this chapter of his career to an end, describing it as a remarkable and fulfilling journey.
Following the announcement, strong reactions were seen on social media, with many fans expressing shock and disappointment. One user commented that he should say his account had been hacked, while another wrote that Bollywood music feels incomplete without Arijit Singh.
According to Indian media reports, Arijit Singh has not provided any explanation regarding the reasons behind his decision or shared details about his future plans, further adding to the curiosity among his followers.
It is worth noting that Arijit Singh has given Bollywood several memorable and soul-stirring songs that earned him immense popularity. The song Tum Hi Ho from the film Aashiqui 2 became his identity, while Channa Mereya, Phir Bhi Tumko Chahunga, and Hawayein are also counted among his most famous tracks.
Arijit Singh has won two National Film Awards and was also honored with the Padma Shri in 2025.
