Badshah, Amaal Mallik React As Arijit Singh Quits Playback Singing: ‘Film Music Will Never Be Same’

Superstar singer Arijit Singh’s announcement that he will no longer take up new playback singing assignments has sent shockwaves through the Indian music industry. Fans and fellow musicians alike expressed

disbelief and heartbreak after the singer shared a heartfelt note on social media on Tuesday evening, officially calling time on his journey as a playback vocalist.

Soon after Arijit’s post went live, prominent names from the music and entertainment fraternity flooded the comments section, struggling to come to terms with the news. Rapper Badshah summed up the sentiment in just three words, writing, “Sadiyon mein ek”.

Singer-composer Amaal Mallik, who has collaborated with Arijit on multiple chart-topping tracks, penned an emotional message. “So lost after hearing this….I don’t get it but I respect your decision! Just know that I was, I am & will always remain an @arijitsingh fan,” he wrote. He further added, “If this is where it’s at, then make no mistake that film music will never be the same without you my bro. Grateful to be born in your era. #ArijitSingh.”

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Musician and viral content creator Yashraj Mukhate also reacted, hinting at a possible new phase for the singer. “Guess we’re gonna get some crazy indie music now!” he commented.

Producer and director JD Majethia, meanwhile, urged clarity in the announcement, writing, “Please rewrite or clarify this post as“ calling it off“ is largely understood as you will NOT SING from now onwards. That was shocking and heartbreaking to read.”

Television actor Aly Goni echoed fans’ disbelief with a simple but emotional plea: “Nooo bro please nooo.”
What Arijit Singh said in his announcement

Arijit Singh made the announcement on Tuesday evening, addressing his fans directly in a note that reflected gratitude and finality. In the post, the singer thanked listeners for their unwavering support over the years and described his playback journey as deeply fulfilling.

He wrote, “Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. 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.”

The singer’s words immediately sparked widespread concern, with many interpreting the phrase “calling it off” as a complete retirement from singing. While Arijit did not elaborate further, his statement made it clear that he will no longer accept new projects as a playback singer, marking a major shift in the Hindi film music landscape.

Over the past decade, Arijit Singh has emerged as one of the most influential voices in Indian cinema, delivering countless chartbusters and redefining modern playback singing.