Arijit Singh's Surprising Announcement Rocks the Music World
The Indian music industry was left in a state of shock and disbelief this week when celebrated playback singer Arijit Singh made an unexpected announcement on social media. The singer, known for his soulful voice in countless Bollywood hits, declared that he would no longer be accepting new singing assignments, effectively stepping away from playback singing at what many consider the peak of his career.
Fans and Filmmakers React with Disbelief
The announcement triggered widespread emotional reactions across social media platforms, with fans expressing their sadness and filmmakers voicing concern about the future of their soundtracks. Arijit Singh has long been one of Hindi cinema's most sought-after voices, with his songs from films like 'Aashiqui 2' and 'Tum Hi Ho' becoming cultural phenomena.
Many observers have drawn parallels between Arijit Singh's decision and Virat Kohli's own unexpected retirement from Test cricket, noting that both moments created emotional shockwaves in their respective industries. The timing of Singh's announcement, coming when he continues to dominate the playback singing scene, has added to the sense of surprise.
Virat Kohli's Heartfelt Tributes Resurface
Amid the emotional reactions to Arijit Singh's announcement, old social media posts by former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli have resurfaced, revealing just how deeply the cricketer admired the singer's talent. In a tweet dated January 26, 2016, Kohli openly expressed his admiration, writing: "I am probably one of the biggest fans of Arijit Singh. Mesmerized by his talent and soulful voice. I am short of words actually."
The cricketer's appreciation didn't end there. In a later post the following year, Kohli shared a photograph with the singer and described the moment as deeply personal. He wrote: "Pure fanboy moment for me. What an amazing person he is. No one has captivated me with their voice like this man. God bless you Arijit." The image showed Kohli smiling alongside the singer, reflecting the genuine respect Arijit has earned from admirers across different fields.
Arijit Singh's Emotional Farewell Message
In his official statement announcing the decision, Arijit Singh thanked listeners for their unwavering support over the years. He wrote: "Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not going to be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey."
The singer was careful to clarify that music would remain an integral part of his life, adding: "God has been really kind to me. I am a 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... Just to be clear that I won't stop making music."
Final Songs and Upcoming Releases
While the announcement initially worried fans about never hearing new songs from the singer, reports suggest that Arijit Singh's previously recorded songs for films slated for 2026 will still be released as planned. Among these, 'Maatrubhumi' is believed to be his final song as a playback vocalist, potentially closing a defining chapter in Hindi cinema's musical legacy.
The singer's decision marks the end of an era for Bollywood music, but his influence will undoubtedly continue to resonate through his extensive body of work and the countless lives he has touched with his voice.
