Arijit Singh Cites Creative Boredom As Reason For his Early Retirement

Arijit Singh, the renowned singer, has announced his retirement from playback singing, sending shockwaves across the music industry and among fans. The double National Award winner shared the unexpected news through a social media post, citing creative boredom and a desire to explore music without boundaries as reasons for his decision. This move comes after a stellar career spanning over 15 years, with over 800 songs recorded across languages.

Arijit Singh's journey in the music industry has been extraordinary, with his playback singing debut in 2010 and Bollywood entry in 2011. He rose to fame with Aashiqui 2 (2013) and went on to record an average of 50 songs a year. He has also explored music composition and consistently toured India and abroad with sold out concerts.

Despite his immense success, Arijit Singh has always remained detached from the glamour of Bollywood, preferring to stay away from celebrity parties and media attention. Industry insiders believe that the singer may have felt creatively exhausted, leading to his decision to focus on creating music on his own terms. Arijit Singh has emphasized that this is not the end of music, but rather a new beginning, and fans are eagerly awaiting his next move.

The singer's decision has left fans heartbroken, but many believe this is merely the beginning of a new phase, possibly more independent music, experimentation, and personal artistic exploration. Arijit Singh's voice has left an indelible mark on Indian music, and his next chapter will be watched closely by millions. He is also planning to direct a film.