Arijit Singh
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Playback singer and music composer Arijit Singh’s decision to retire at the age of 38 came as a shocker for many. His decision to step back from singing left fans to wonder why a superstar at his peak would walk away.
His retirement not only shocked his supporters but also left fellow musicians and singers in disbelief.
Many speculated about what led to his unexpected decision. However, it has now been reported that Arijit’s retirement from singing is only a temporary move.
The playback singer has chosen to take a break from his musical career to focus on filmmaking.
DH has learnt that Arijit Singh is venturing into film direction. He has turned director that stars 15-year-old actor Shora Siddiqui, daughter of actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui. She is making her showbiz debut with this project and has learnt acting from a school in London.
The project is progressing smoothly, and nearly 50 per cent of the movie has already been completed, said a source close to the project.
Insiders reveal that the project is a pan-India jungle adventure, co-authored by Arijit and his wife, Koyel, who has been a pivotal part of the creative process.
This film is a long-standing passion project for him, and he felt that his heavy playback schedule would prevent him from giving the film the undivided attention and dedication it deserves, the source added.
The film is backed by Mahaveer Jain under the banner Mahaveer Jain Films and co-produced by Alkyduti Films and God Bless Entertainment.
While excitement continues to build, Arijit is yet to provide any official confirmation about the project. It is believed that a formal update about the project will come once the singer-turned-director feels the project is ready for the audience.