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10 Lesser-Known Facts About Arijit Singh: Beyond Playback Singing

Writer: Parikshit Khanna
Parikshit Khanna
6 hours ago
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AI-generated editorial illustration of Arijit Singh with guitar and filmstrip, titled 10 Lesser-Known Facts.

Arijit Singh’s recorded voice is familiar to millions. His creative history also includes classical training, writing and film direction. These ten details use a published IFFI-era interview and official award records.

Hero artwork is an original AI-generated editorial illustration.

1. His journey included Fame Gurukul in 2005

The Indian Express’s account of his IFFI masterclass places the reality show early in his career, years before Aashiqui 2.

2. Classical training preceded wide recognition

The 2018 report described two decades of classical training. His breakthrough followed sustained study.

3. Aashiqui 2 expanded his audience

The report identifies the 2013 film as a turning point in his wider popularity.

4. He directed a film called Sa

Sa, also titled Simple Notes, was his directorial debut, an aspect easily overlooked in a playlist-focused biography.

5. He wrote its script with Koyel Roy

At IFFI, Singh described developing the screenplay with Roy after an earlier shared interest in writing books.

6. The project began with exploratory filming

He recalled a team filming around rural West Bengal before settling on a script, followed by the need to restart and learn patience.

7. Oriyon Edutainment produced the film

The 2018 report names his production banner and describes his interest in like-minded creative collaborators.

8. Binte Dil earned a National Film Award

The government’s 66th National Film Awards announcement names him Best Male Playback Singer for the Padmaavat song.

9. Kesariya brought another National Film Award

The official 70th National Film Awards catalogue records his Best Male Playback Singer award for Kesariya from Brahmāstra – Part One: Shiva.

10. He received the Padma Shri in 2025

The government citation lists Shri Arijit Aditi Surinder Singh and recognises his contribution to music. A civilian honour differs from an award for one song.

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