Arijit Singh Announces Shocking Retirement from Playback Singing
In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the Indian music industry, celebrated playback singer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from professional playback singing on Tuesday. The vocal artist, renowned for delivering numerous hit songs across multiple languages, revealed his decision to step away from taking new assignments in this capacity.
The Emotional Retirement Announcement
Arijit Singh shared his retirement news through a heartfelt social media post that read: "Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey. God has been really kind to me."
The singer further elaborated on his future plans, stating: "I am fan of good music and in future will be learning more and do more on my own as a small little artist. Thanks again for all your support. I still have to finish some pending commitments, will finish them. So you might get some releases this year. Just to be clear that I won't stop making music."
Arijit Singh's Impressive Net Worth and Assets
According to recent financial reports, as of June 2025, Arijit Singh's net worth stands at an impressive Rs 414 crore. The singer's substantial fortune includes several luxury assets:
- A premium luxury house in Navi Mumbai valued at approximately Rs 8 crore
- A collection of swanky cars worth over Rs 3.4 crore, including a Range Rover and a Mercedes
- A pocket-friendly restaurant named Heshel in his hometown Murshidabad, West Bengal, offering meals at just Rs 40
Industry reports indicate that Arijit Singh commands approximately Rs 14 crore for a single stage performance, as revealed by fellow singer Rahul Vaidya in a recent interview.
A Remarkable Musical Journey
Arijit Singh's musical career began with his participation in the reality show 'Fame Gurukul' in 2005. His breakthrough in Bollywood came with the song 'Phir Mohabbat' from the film 'Murder 2' in 2011. However, it was the 2013 blockbuster track 'Tum Hi Ho' from 'Aashiqui 2' that catapulted him to nationwide fame and established him as one of India's most sought-after playback singers.
His recent work includes the song 'Hum To Tere Hi Liye Hai' from the upcoming film 'O'Romeo', which features music composed by renowned director Vishal Bhardwaj. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on February 13, 2026.
Recognition and Honors
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to Indian music, Arijit Singh was honored with the Padma Shri award in 2025, India's fourth-highest civilian honor. This prestigious award acknowledges his significant impact on the country's musical landscape and his dedication to the art form.
While Arijit Singh's retirement from playback singing marks the end of an era in Indian cinema music, his commitment to continuing his musical journey in other capacities ensures that his artistic voice will continue to resonate with audiences across the nation and beyond.
