The Indian singing sensation Arijit Singh has announced that he is stepping away from playback singing. The announcement came through a post on his official Instagram handle.
Arijit shared the news in a New Year message to his listeners. In his Instagram post, he wrote, “Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you for giving me so much love all these years as a listener. 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.”
As fans revisit Arijit Singh’s musical journey, some of the most special moments come from his collaborations with global and Indian stars on live stages-moments that showed how far his voice travelled beyond Bollywood.
Ed Sheeran
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran joined Arijit Singh on stage at the O2 Arena in London in September 2024. The two performed Sheeran’s global hit Perfect, creating a rare cross-cultural moment that was widely shared online. The performance was hailed as a meeting of two voices loved across continents. They collaborated on 'Sapphire' recently.
Martin Garrix
Dutch DJ and producer Martin Garrix shared the stage with Arijit Singh in Mumbai and Pune in March 2025. The duo performed their collaborative single Angels For Each Other, blending electronic music with Arijit’s soulful vocals. The performances marked one of Arijit’s biggest international collaborations in India.
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Anoushka Shankar
Renowned sitar player and composer Anoushka Shankar performed alongside Arijit Singh at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The collaboration stood out for its fusion of classical Indian music and contemporary vocals, offering audiences a deeply atmospheric experience.
Shah Rukh Khan
Arijit and Shah Rukh Khan have shared the stage multiple times at award shows. Their voice pairing became iconic after songs like Gerua and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, with SRK often applauding Arijit’s live performances or presenting awards.
Aamir Khan
From Dangal promotions to several music-related events, Arijit’s live performances in Aamir Khan’s presence stood out for their emotional depth.
Badshah
Rapper Badshah joined Arijit Singh on stage during a concert in 2024. The pairing brought together two very different musical styles, adding a pop-rap edge to Arijit’s otherwise melodic set and drawing loud cheers from the crowd.
Shreya Ghoshal
In March 2024, Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal performed together during the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Their live rendition of "Mere Dholna" from Bhool Bhulaiyaa, accompanied by Pritam on guitar, went viral.
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Maejor
Singer and producer Maejor also appeared on stage with Arijit Singh and Martin Garrix during their Mumbai performance. The trio performed together, underlining Arijit’s growing presence in global pop and electronic music collaborations.
These shared-stage moments underline why Arijit Singh’s announcement has hit fans so hard. From Bollywood ballads to international arenas, Arijit's voice became a bridge between cultures, genres and euphoria of fusions.
