Arijit Singh retires, but MS Dhoni goes viral, know why

Arijit Singh’s surprise announcement about stepping away from active playback singing has left fans stunned and the Internet doing what it does best: drawing unexpected comparisons. The two-time National Award-winning singer revealed on Tuesday that he has decided to retire, citing boredom as the reason behind his decision. While the news itself was enough to shock music lovers, it soon triggered an entirely different trend on social media, bringing MS Dhoni into the conversation.

Arijit, who made his Bollywood breakthrough with Aashiqui 2 in 2013 after debuting as a playback singer in 2010 with the Telugu film Kedi, reportedly shared his thoughts through what many believe is his private X account. The 38-year-old’s revelation prompted fans to revisit his journey celebrating both his musical legacy and his understated personality.

Filmfare’s Post Breaks the Internet

Adding humour to the moment, Filmfare shared a witty post that quickly caught attention: “Didn’t expect Arijit Singh to retire even before MS Dhoni.” The remark struck a chord online, with several users echoing similar sentiments.

Why Dhoni Started Trending

The joke gained further traction as Dhoni, 44, was recently spotted training ahead of the upcoming IPL season. Having retired from international cricket in 2020, Dhoni continues to play in the IPL and is set to feature in his 19th season. Despite constant retirement speculation, the former India captain remains a key figure for Chennai Super Kings, a franchise he has led to five IPL titles.

Numbers, Legacy and the Contrast

CSK endured a forgettable campaign last season, finishing at the bottom of the table, while Dhoni scored 196 runs in 13 innings. Still, his overall IPL record 5,439 runs in 278 matches cements his status as one of the league’s greatest.

Internet’s Final Verdict

While Arijit’s silence marks the end of an era, Dhoni’s continued presence keeps fans guessing. For now, the Internet seems amused by one farewell and another career that simply refuses to end.