Singer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing earlier this year, stating that his voice will no longer be heard in any new projects. The announcement has left millions of fans heartbroken.
The decision has sparked widespread discussion, with many questioning why the singer chose to step away at the peak of his career. While Arijit has not publicly explained the reason behind his decision, he has addressed his fans and responded to trolls through a heartfelt post.
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Singer responds to trolls and fans
In his message, Arijit made it clear that he has stopped taking new assignments but assured listeners that several songs are still awaiting release. He shared that many projects remain incomplete and will be released once finished, possibly throughout the year.
Addressing his fans directly, Arijit wrote, "This message is just for my listeners please dont read and swipe right now if you are not my listener, its a humble request. Hello beautiful people! â¤ď¸I just want to tell you all that I love you. Thank you so much for your kindness in this ruthless world.
Although I have stopped taking new assignments, the list of pending songs are not less you know. I will have to complete a lot of songs. Dont involve into explaining people, How many times will you? there are so many Unfinished songs, they are gonna keep releasing until done. May be through this whole year. may be it will touch next year too. "
The post resonated deeply with fans, many of whom expressed emotional support for the singer.
This message is just for my listeners
— WhoamI (@Atmojoarjalojo) February 24, 2026
please dont read and swipe right now if you are not my listener, its a humble request.
Hello beautiful people! â¤ď¸
I just want to tell you all that I love you.
Thank you so much for your kindness in this ruthless world.
Although I haveâŚ
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Instagram post confirms decision
Arijit Singh initially announced his retirement in an Instagram post. He wrote, "Happy New Year to everyone. I want to thank you all for the immense love you have given me as listeners. I am happily announcing that I will no longer take on any new playback responsibilities. I am ending it here. It has been a wonderful journey."
While questions remain about the reasons behind his decision, the singer has made it clear that his journey in playback singing has come to an end, even as previously recorded songs continue to be released.