Mumbai, Jan 27: Superstar singer Arijit Singh’s announcement that he is stepping away from playback singing has sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry and left millions of fans emotional and heartbroken. Known as the voice of a generation, Arijit’s decision has sparked widespread reactions from musicians, actors, and industry insiders.

Soon after Arijit shared his note on social media, several prominent personalities expressed their disbelief and respect for his decision. Rapper Badshah summed up the sentiment with a powerful comment, calling him “Sadiyon mein ek” (one in centuries). Composer Amaal Mallik wrote an emotional message, saying he was “so lost” after hearing the news but would always remain a devoted fan of Arijit. He added that film music would never be the same without him and expressed gratitude for being born in the same era as the singer.

Musician and social media influencer Yashraj Mukhate looked at the brighter side, commenting that listeners might now get to hear some “crazy indie music” from Arijit. Producer and director JD Majethia, however, urged the singer to clarify his wording, noting that the phrase “calling it off” was widely understood as a complete stop to singing, which was “shocking and heartbreaking.” Television actor Aly Goni echoed fans’ emotions with a simple yet heartfelt plea: “Nooo bro please nooo.”

On Tuesday evening, Arijit Singh himself confirmed the news through a social media post. In his note, he thanked listeners for the immense love and support he has received over the years and announced that he would not be taking up any new assignments as a playback vocalist. Calling it a “wonderful journey,” Arijit expressed gratitude and wished everyone a happy new year.

While the future of his musical journey remains a topic of speculation, one thing is certain—Arijit Singh’s contribution to Indian cinema and music will remain timeless and unforgettable.