“Sadiyon Mein Ek”: Badshah, B Praak, Amaal Mallik React to Arijit Singh’s Playback Exit

The Indian music industry reacted with shock, emotion and admiration after Arijit Singh announced that he would no longer take on new playback singing assignments. The 38-year-old singer made the announcement through a social media post on Tuesday night, calling it the “end of a chapter” while thanking listeners for years of unwavering support.

Arijit’s decision triggered an outpouring of reactions from fellow musicians, actors and content creators, many of whom described the move as deeply personal and emotionally stirring for the industry.

Rapper Badshah was among the first to respond, leaving a brief but powerful comment on Arijit’s post. “Sadiyon mein ek (one in a century),” he wrote, summing up how many in the music fraternity view Singh’s contribution to Hindi film music.

Singer-composer Amaal Mallik expressed a mix of confusion, respect and gratitude in a lengthy message. He wrote that film music would never feel the same without Arijit’s voice, adding that he was thankful to have lived in the same era as the singer. Mallik made it clear that while he did not fully understand the decision, he deeply respected it and would remain a lifelong admirer of Singh’s artistry.

Singer B Praak echoed similar emotions with a simple yet heartfelt response, commenting, “Fan for life,” underlining the reverence Arijit commands among his peers.

The reaction was not limited to musicians alone. Actor Richa Chadha responded with crying emojis, reflecting the sense of loss felt by many fans and colleagues. Actor Aly Goni posted an emotional plea on his Instagram stories, urging the singer to reconsider his decision.

Popular content creator Yashraj Mukhate, known for his viral musical edits, offered a different perspective. He suggested that Arijit’s decision might pave the way for a new creative phase, hinting at the possibility of more experimental or independent music from the singer in the future.

Earlier, singer Chinmayi Sripaada had also spoken highly of Arijit, describing him as one of the finest musicians and a spiritually evolved individual. She noted that his journey always appeared driven by a higher artistic calling and expressed confidence that whatever path he chooses next would be meaningful.

In his announcement, Arijit clarified that his decision was not driven by a single incident. He explained that creative restlessness played a major role, adding that he often feels the need to explore new musical directions to stay inspired. He also said he looks forward to hearing new voices in the industry and drawing motivation from emerging talent.

Arijit’s most recent playback release is Maatrubhumi from the film Battle Of Galwan. While details of his independent projects remain under wraps, he reassured fans that he would continue performing live and creating music beyond the traditional playback space.

As reactions continue to pour in, Arijit Singh’s announcement has marked a defining moment for Hindi film music, highlighting both his immense influence and the emotional void his absence from playback singing is expected to leave.