Arijit Singh Quits Playback Singing, Stuns Industry

Arijit Singh, a dominant voice in Hindi cinema for over a decade, has announced his retirement from playback singing. He declared on social media that he is ceasing new playback assignments, marking a significant moment for the industry and his vast fanbase. His decision comes despite a busy schedule, with six songs set to feature in films releasing in January 2026 alone.

These upcoming releases include 'Sitaare' from 'Ikkis', a reimagined 'Border 2' song, 'Sunhari Kirne' from 'Gandhi Talks', and 'Hum Toh Tere Hi Liye The' from 'O'Romeo'. Singh's latest song, the patriotic track 'Maatrubhumi' from 'Battle of Galwan', is noted as his final outing as a playback singer. This marks a poignant end, recalling a well-documented rift with superstar Salman Khan dating back over a decade.

The singer's career was significantly impacted by an incident in 2013 where a public exchange with Salman Khan led to a perceived sidelining. This strain became public in 2016 when Singh posted a public apology, requesting a song for 'Sultan' not be removed. Despite this, Singh remained a top artist. A professional reunion occurred with 'Tiger 3' in 2023, and Salman Khan recently confirmed their reconciliation on a television show, clarifying any past misunderstandings were on his end.

Salman Khan stated that he and Arijit Singh are now good friends and that misunderstandings were resolved. He mentioned their collaboration on 'Tiger 3' and the song for 'Battle of Galwan' as evidence of their renewed professional relationship. This brings closure to years of speculation surrounding their personal and professional interactions.