Bollywood music lovers are reeling from Arijit Singh’s bombshell announcement: the voice behind countless superhits is hanging up his microphone for playback singing. In a deeply personal social media post, the singer bid adieu to new projects, calling his career a ‘beautiful journey’ now drawing to a close.

‘From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the love over these years. I’m stepping away from new playback assignments. This chapter ends here,’ Arijit shared, wishing fans a happy New Year. The post, laced with gratitude, has sparked an outpouring of sorrow online.

Prominent composer Amaal Mallik, who has collaborated with Arijit extensively, reacted with dismay. ‘Devastated by this news. Your call, I respect it. But Bollywood tunes lose their soul without you. Forever a fan,’ he wrote.

Arijit’s move aligns with a growing wave of high-profile breaks in entertainment. Comedian Zakir Khan, after a decade of non-stop tours, announced an extended sabbatical for health reasons. Constant travel, sleep deprivation, and erratic eating had taken a toll. ‘I need to recharge; back on stage by 2030,’ he assured fans.

Nargis Fakhri’s story mirrors this shift. Post-‘Rockstar’ buzz, she grappled with anxiety from relentless schedules and isolation from loved ones. A move to New York became her reset button, allowing mental healing away from the glamour grind.

Samantha Prabhu’s battle with myositis mid-career peak prompted an immediate US trip for therapy. She returned stronger, proving breaks can lead to comebacks.

Sana Maqbool confronted life-threatening liver issues, sidelining her TV career for intensive care.

What drives these stars? Burnout, health crises, and a craving for normalcy. Arijit’s silence on specifics fuels speculation—was it exhaustion, family, or a pivot to independent music? Whatever the cause, his departure leaves a void, but his anthems will echo eternally.