A quiet rebellion: Is Arijit Singh retiring because of forced remakes, monopoly by these music labels?

Speculation surrounding singer Arijit Singh’s reported ‘retirement’ from playback singing has set Mumbai’s music and film circles abuzz, with online chatter suggesting that the decision may be less about withdrawal and more about a deliberate shift away from the mainstream music system.

According to industry buzz and discussions gaining traction on platforms such as Reddit and X (formerly known as Twitter), Arijit Singh’s move has been in the making for some time, rather than a sudden or spiritual decision.

Forced Remakes, The Main Reason

Insiders claim the singer has grown increasingly disillusioned with the functioning of large bollywood music labels, particularly their commercial-first approach, creative micromanagement, and reliance on forced remakes.

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Sources familiar with the matter suggest that a recent incident involving a remade patriotic song may have acted as a tipping point. While Arijit was reportedly not creatively aligned with the project, he was allegedly expected to participate due to commercial obligations. Those close to the industry stress that this episode did not initiate the decision but may have cemented long-standing frustrations.

Planning To Launch Own Production

Contrary to widespread assumptions, the singer is not believed to be stepping away from music or cinema altogether. Instead, reports suggest that Arijit Singh is preparing to exit the traditional playback ecosystem. The buzz indicates that he may be planning to launch his own production house, with aspirations to direct and produce films that reflect his understated and grounded storytelling style.

Simultaneously, Arijit is said to be strengthening Oriyon Music, his independent label, with a vision of creating an artist-first ecosystem, one that prioritises originality, creative freedom, and authenticity over formula-driven hits.`