On January 27, Arijit Singh announced that he is stepping away from playback singing, sharing the decision through a post on his official Facebook page. Thanking listeners for their unwavering support over the years, the singer said he will not accept any new playback assignments once he completes his existing commitments.

In subsequent posts, Arijit clarified that he is not retiring from music altogether. He said he plans to continue creating music independently and expressed a desire to return to Indian classical music. Explaining his decision, the singer cited long-standing creative restlessness and a need to explore new musical paths. He also said he hopes his decision will open space for new voices to emerge. Fans can still expect a few new releases from his remaining projects in 2026.