Sona Mohapatra Praises Arijit Singh Following His Retirement from Playback Singing

Renowned singer Arijit Singh surprised fans and the music industry alike on Tuesday by announcing via social media that he will no longer participate in new playback singing projects. The announcement sparked reactions from across Bollywood, with many expressing shock while others applauded his courageous decision.

Sona Mohapatra hails Arijit Singh’s bold move
Singer Sona Mohapatra praised Arijit for setting a new benchmark in the industry. Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, she wrote that stepping back from playback singing is not an end but rather a personal choice and the beginning of a new creative journey.

She said, “Arijit Singh has set a new example in the industry. No one before him has taken such a significant step for themselves. Creating space for yourself, rediscovering yourself, composing and singing music on your own terms — this takes immense courage.”

Opening doors for new talent
Sona added that Arijit’s decision could benefit many aspiring singers, who often remain limited to demo tracks and rarely get the opportunity to perform full-fledged songs. She explained, “In today’s industry, many talented singers are restricted to demos. The same voices are repeatedly used because it is easier and safer. Demo singers are not paid fairly and are often offered only the illusion of opportunity. Music directors often end up choosing familiar voices, even when they are tired of them.”

“Do we want to eat the same flavor of ice cream forever?”
Reflecting on the need for innovation in music, Sona wrote, “Why should we view this as a goodbye? Arijit is still creating music; he is not disappearing. Why should we fear new voices, new colors, and fresh ideas? Do we really want to eat the same flavor of ice cream forever?”

A salute to artistic freedom
Concluding her note, Sona Mohapatra saluted Arijit Singh for choosing freedom over fear. She wrote, “Salute to Arijit Singh for what he will become in the times to come. Salute to original music that exists and thrives independently, beyond the film ecosystem.”

With her heartfelt words, Sona highlighted Arijit Singh’s courage to follow his own path, encouraging the industry and audiences to embrace innovation, creativity, and fresh talent.