Renowned Indian playback singer Arijit Singh has announced his decision to step away from playback singing, a move that has left fans and the music industry in shock. In a heartfelt message shared on his social media accounts on January 27, 2026, Singh expressed gratitude to his listeners for their unwavering support over the years. He stated, "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." (ndtv.com)
Singh clarified that while he will no longer accept new playback assignments, he intends to continue creating music independently. He assured fans that he will honor existing commitments, indicating that some of his previously recorded songs may still be released this year. "Just to be clear that I won't stop making music," he added. (ndtv.com)
Arijit Singh's career began with his participation in the reality show "Fame Gurukul" in 2005. He made his Hindi cinema debut in 2011 with the song "Phir Mohabbat" from the film "Murder 2." His breakthrough came in 2013 with the hit song "Tum Hi Ho" from "Aashiqui 2," which earned him widespread acclaim. Over the years, Singh has been honored with multiple awards, including two National Film Awards and the Padma Shri in 2025 for his contributions to Indian music. (en.wikipedia.org)
Fans have expressed their surprise and sadness over Singh's announcement, with many taking to social media to share their favorite songs and memories associated with his music. Despite his decision to step away from playback singing, Singh's influence on the Indian music industry remains profound, and his future independent projects are highly anticipated.