Arijit Singh Retires from Playback Singing, Embarks on Filmmaking Journey

• Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing via private social media, surprising fans and the industry.
• He expressed gratitude for his singing career, stating he will no longer take new assignments as a playback vocalist.
• This move marks a transition for Arijit into filmmaking, with his upcoming Hindi directorial venture already in production.
• The film, a jungle adventure, stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui's daughter Shora and Arijit's son, co-produced by Arijit and his wife Koel Singh.
• Actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya, who is part of the film, describes Arijit as a 'Sufi' director who prioritizes emotions over technicalities.

Why It Matters: Arijit Singh transitions from playback singing to filmmaking, with his directorial debut generating buzz.