The release of Yeh Awarapan, the latest song from Awarapan 2, reignited hopes among fans that Arijit Singh had ended his retirement from playback singing. However, the singer’s team has now put the speculation to rest, confirming that Arijit has not made a comeback and is only fulfilling commitments made before announcing his retirement.
The clarification comes after social media was flooded with reactions from fans who believed the new song marked the celebrated singer’s return to Bollywood playback music.
Arijit Singh’s Team Denies Comeback Reports
Soon after Yeh Awarapan was released on Tuesday, fans began wondering whether Arijit Singh had quietly resumed playback singing.
According to The Print, the singer’s management has clarified that the reports are incorrect.
Addressing the speculation, Arijit Singh’s manager said:
“He is just completing the projects that were finalised before the retirement was announced. Arijit isn’t doing a comeback in playback singing. These are old commitments.”
The statement confirms that the singer is not accepting new playback assignments, and the recently released songs are part of previously signed projects.
Why Fans Thought Arijit Singh Had Returned
Arijit’s soulful rendition of Yeh Awarapan immediately caught the attention of music lovers.
Given the emotional connection audiences have with the original Awarapan (2007) soundtrack, many assumed that his latest performance signalled a return to the recording studio for Bollywood films.
However, the latest clarification makes it clear that the singer’s retirement decision remains unchanged.
Arijit Singh Announced His Retirement Earlier This Year
On January 27, Arijit Singh surprised fans by announcing his retirement from accepting new playback singing assignments.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, he wrote:
“Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much 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.”
While the announcement marked the end of a remarkable chapter in Bollywood music, the singer had already committed to several projects before making the decision public.
Mixed Reactions to Yeh Awarapan
The newly released track has received mixed reactions from listeners.
Many fans appreciated hearing Arijit Singh’s voice once again, while others compared the song with the iconic soundtrack from the original Awarapan, which remains one of the most loved albums in Bollywood.
The emotional attachment to the first film’s music resulted in high expectations for the sequel’s soundtrack.
About Awarapan 2
Awarapan 2 marks the return of Emraan Hashmi as Shivam Pandit, one of his most popular on-screen characters.
The film also stars Shabana Azmi and Disha Patani, who plays the antagonist Nafisa.
Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt, the film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Has Arijit Singh returned to playback singing?
No. Arijit Singh’s team has clarified that he has not returned to playback singing and is only completing projects that were signed before announcing his retirement.
Has Arijit Singh returned to playback singing?
No. Arijit Singh’s team has clarified that he has not returned to playback singing and is only completing projects that were signed before announcing his retirement.
Why are fans talking about Arijit Singh’s comeback?
The speculation began after Yeh Awarapan, a song from Awarapan 2, was released, leading many fans to believe the singer had resumed playback singing.
What did Arijit Singh’s manager say?
His manager stated that Arijit Singh is fulfilling old commitments and is not accepting any new playback singing assignments.
When did Arijit Singh announce his retirement?
Arijit Singh announced his retirement from taking new playback singing assignments through an Instagram post on January 27, thanking fans for their love and support.
When will Awarapan 2 release?
Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi, is scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on August 14, 2026.
