Arijit Singh Retirement: Famous Bollywood playback singer Arijit Singh, widely known for his soulful romantic tunes, has announced his retirement from playback singing, shocking fans and the music industry. The 38-year-old singer shared the unexpected announcement on social media just days after the release of his latest track Mathrubhumi from Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan.
Early career and rise to fame
Arijit Singh started his musical journey in 2005 after participating in the reality show Gurukul. Although he did not win the competition, the platform proved to be a turning point in his career, ultimately paving the way for him to become one of Bollywood’s most sought-after voices.
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Love life: first marriage and separation
During his time at Gurukul, Arijit met fellow contestant Ruprekha Banerjee. According to reports, both of them got married shortly after the show. However, this relationship could not last long and they both got divorced within a year.
Second marriage and personal stability
After separating from Ruprekha, Arijit reunited with his childhood friend Koel Roy, who was divorced and had a daughter from a previous marriage.
Arijit Singh and Koel Roy are parents of three children – a daughter from Koel’s first marriage and two sons, Ali and Jool. Despite achieving immense fame, the singer is widely known for maintaining a simple and down-to-earth lifestyle.
Past controversies and legal troubles
In 2013, Arijit Singh was arrested for attacking a news cameraman, Apurba Chaudhary, with a helmet during a court hearing related to his divorce case with his first wife.
Criticism regarding ‘Pasoori’ remake
The singer faced opposition when he agreed to sing the Hindi remake of the popular Pakistani track Pasoori for the film Satyaprem Ki Katha. Arijit defended his decision by saying that the producers of the film had promised to fund a school for underprivileged children in exchange for the song.
Protest song and UK tour incident
In 2024, Arijit released the protest song R Kobe regarding the RG Kar rape case. Later, during her UK tour, a fan requested her to perform the song. Arijit, clearly irritated, replied, “This is not the place… If you really feel about it, go to Kolkata,” sparking a debate on social media.
Trouble with Salman Khan!
One of the most talked about controversies related to Arijit Singh is his dispute with Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The incident dates back to 2014 when Arijit attended an awards ceremony wearing casual clothes and made some remarks towards Salman, which angered the actor, according to various news reports.
Anger erupted on stage during live concert
In 2018, Arijit lost his temper due to repeated technical problems with his microphone during a live concert. A video of him yelling at the crew went viral, drawing mixed reactions from fans and the public.
Despite past controversies, Arijit Singh is considered one of the most influential voices in Indian music. His announcement of moving away from playback singing marks the end of an era and a defining moment for the industry.