Arijit Singh, the voice that has defined a generation of Hindi cinema music, has announced his retirement from playback singing, leaving fans stunned across the country. Known for his soul-stirring ballads and romantic chart-toppers, Arijit revealed on social media that he will no longer take new assignments as a playback vocalist, describing his journey as a wonderful experience. The announcement has sparked widespread reactions, as listeners and industry peers reflect on a career that shaped modern Bollywood music.
Arijit Singh’s extraordinary talent is mirrored by his earnings, making him one of the highest-paid singers in India. According to Siasat, his estimated net worth stands at Rs. 414 crore. He reportedly charges Rs. 10 lakh per Bollywood song and commands between Rs. 50 lakh and Rs. 1.5 crore for live performances, cementing his superstar status in the music industry.
Spotify recently highlighted Arijit Singh’s remarkable consistency, naming him “India’s Top Artist for seven consecutive years” and celebrating him as a singular, defining voice of the nation’s music. Over the past decade, Arijit Singh has emerged as one of the most influential and beloved voices of contemporary Hindi cinema. He made his Bollywood playback debut in 2012 with Raabta from Agent Vinod, composed by Pritam. His career skyrocketed with Tum Hi Ho from Aashiqui 2 in 2013, firmly establishing him as the definitive voice of romance. From emotional ballads to high-energy hits, his discography includes iconic tracks like Channa Mereya, Agar Tum Saath Ho, Gerua, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Kesariya, Phir Le Aaya Dil, Khairiyat, and Shayad, among countless others, leaving an indelible mark on Indian music.
Internet reacts to his retirement
The announcement triggered immediate reactions from the music industry. Composer and singer Amaal Mallik said he felt lost after hearing the news but added that he respected Arijit Singh’s decision. He described himself as a lifelong admirer of Arijit and said film music would never be the same without him, expressing gratitude for having lived in the same musical era. Rapper Badshah also reacted briefly, calling Arijit Singh a once-in-a-generation artist.
Fans flooded social media with emotional messages. One admirer said Arijit Singh faced every challenge, did things his own way, and left on his own terms, calling him the greatest there ever was and an idol for musicians everywhere. Another joked that the announcement must have been caused by a social media algorithm glitch. Several others echoed the sentiment that the music industry would never feel the same without his voice.
Arijit Singh’s extraordinary talent is mirrored by his earnings, making him one of the highest-paid singers in India. According to Siasat, his estimated net worth stands at Rs. 414 crore. He reportedly charges Rs. 10 lakh per Bollywood song and commands between Rs. 50 lakh and Rs. 1.5 crore for live performances, cementing his superstar status in the music industry.
Spotify recently highlighted Arijit Singh’s remarkable consistency, naming him “India’s Top Artist for seven consecutive years” and celebrating him as a singular, defining voice of the nation’s music. Over the past decade, Arijit Singh has emerged as one of the most influential and beloved voices of contemporary Hindi cinema. He made his Bollywood playback debut in 2012 with Raabta from Agent Vinod, composed by Pritam. His career skyrocketed with Tum Hi Ho from Aashiqui 2 in 2013, firmly establishing him as the definitive voice of romance. From emotional ballads to high-energy hits, his discography includes iconic tracks like Channa Mereya, Agar Tum Saath Ho, Gerua, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Kesariya, Phir Le Aaya Dil, Khairiyat, and Shayad, among countless others, leaving an indelible mark on Indian music.
Internet reacts to his retirement
The announcement triggered immediate reactions from the music industry. Composer and singer Amaal Mallik said he felt lost after hearing the news but added that he respected Arijit Singh’s decision. He described himself as a lifelong admirer of Arijit and said film music would never be the same without him, expressing gratitude for having lived in the same musical era. Rapper Badshah also reacted briefly, calling Arijit Singh a once-in-a-generation artist.Fans flooded social media with emotional messages. One admirer said Arijit Singh faced every challenge, did things his own way, and left on his own terms, calling him the greatest there ever was and an idol for musicians everywhere. Another joked that the announcement must have been caused by a social media algorithm glitch. Several others echoed the sentiment that the music industry would never feel the same without his voice.
