Arijit Singh has risen from acclaimed playback singer to a globally recognized music producer and composer, captivating audiences worldwide with his diverse musical talent. After rising to widespread prominence with his 2013 hit ‘Tum Hi Ho’ from the film Aashiqui 2, Arijit Singh earned his first Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer in 2014. Singhs professional journey began in 2005 as a top six contestant on the reality show Fame Gurukul, catching the attention of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He subsequently won another reality show, 10 Ke 10 Le Gaye Dil, using prize money to establish his own recording studio in Mumbai in 2006.
He was a key vocalist for the 2016 Ae Dil Hai Mushkil soundtrack. Singh’s live performance prowess earned him the Wizcraft Honour for Best Live Performer in 2016 and a top 10 artist spot at The SSE Arena, Wembley, in the SSE Live Awards that year. He earned his second Filmfare Award in 2015 for ‘Sooraj Dooba Hain.’ Singhs critical acclaim escalated with a National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer in 2018 for ‘Binte Dil’ from Padmaavat, followed by his sixth Filmfare Award in 2019 for ‘Kalank.’ His digital footprint grew significantly, making him Spotify’s most-streamed Indian artist five consecutive years (20202024). He garnered another National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer in 2022 for ‘Kesariya’ from Brahmastra: Part One Shiva, complemented by his seventh Filmfare Award for the song.
2025 marked a landmark for Singh. He was recognized by the Government of India with the prestigious Padma Shri. He became the most-followed artist globally on Spotify. Singh secured his eighth Filmfare Award in 2025 for ‘Sajni’ from Laapataa Ladies, reaffirming his consistent impact on Indian film music.