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Arijit Singh Retires from Playback Singing, Calls it a "Wonderful Journey"

Superstar singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, stating he will no longer accept new assignments. He rose to immense popularity after his 2013 hit "Tum Hi Ho" from Aashiqui 2, becoming a defining voice for romance in Hindi cinema. His career included chart-toppers across genres and a notable, later-resolved fallout with actor Salman Khan. Singh, known for his low-profile life, began his musical journey as a contestant on the reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005.

Key Points: Arijit Singh Announces Retirement from Playback Singing

  • Shocks fans with retirement announcement
  • Will not take new playback assignments
  • Rose to fame with 'Tum Hi Ho'
  • Had a past fallout with Salman Khan
  • Began career on Fame Gurukul
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Arijit Singh 'calls off' playback singing, says it was a 'wonderful journey'

Superstar singer Arijit Singh shocks fans by announcing he will no longer take new playback singing assignments, calling his journey "wonderful."

"I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey. - Arijit Singh"

Mumbai, Jan 27

Superstar singer Arijit Singh has shocked fans by announcing his retirement from playback singing. The singer in a social media note, has revealed that he will no longer take up any new assignments as a playback vocalist.

He wrote, "Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you all 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."

The singer also thanked his listeners for their unwavering love and support over the years and calling his journey as a playback singer "wonderful".

Talking about Arijit Singh, the singer over the last decade, went onto become one of the most influential voices of contemporary Hindi cinema. Singh had made his Bollywood playback debut with Raabta from Agent Vinod in 2012, composed by Pritam. However, it was the superhit song Tum Hi Ho from Aashiqui 2 released in 2013, that actually catapulted him to superstardom and established him as the most beloved voice, especially for romance in Hindi films.

Over the years, the superstar singer has delivered a string of chart-topping songs across genres, including Channa Mereya, Agar Tum Saath Ho, Gerua, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Kesariya, Phir Le Aaya Dil, Khairiyat and Shayad, among many other hits.

The singer, a few years ago, had made headlines for his fallout with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, following which Arijit did not sing for many of Salman Khan films for a lot many years. The matter was later resolved amicably, and Arijit went onto lend his voice to songs in Salman Khan starrers like Tiger 3.

The singer along with Hindi songs has also sung for Bengali, Assamese movies and albums.

For the uninitiated, Arijit began his musical journey as a contestant on the singing reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005.

Known for keeping a low profile, the singer leads an extremely quiet personal life with his wife Koel Roy and their children.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Respect his decision. The man has given us countless hits. Maybe he wants to focus on independent music or his family. He's earned his peace. Wishing him all the best for his future endeavors.
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Aman W
End of an era. From "Raabta" to "Kesariya", what a journey! But honestly, the industry can be toxic. Remember the whole Salman Khan episode? Maybe he's just done with the politics. Can't blame him.
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Sarah B
While I'm sad, I appreciate him announcing it clearly. So many artists just fade away. He's leaving at the top with grace. His Bengali songs are also beautiful. A true legend.
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Karthik V
A respectful criticism: I wish he had given a bit more context. Is it burnout? A new direction? Just saying "calling it off" leaves fans worried. But, thank you for the music, Arijit ji. You are irreplaceable.
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Nidhi U
His voice was the background score to so many of our lives - college crushes, heartbreaks, road trips. "Channa Mereya" still gives me goosebumps. The industry won't be the same. A huge loss for Bollywood.

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