The journey of Arijit Singh, a versatile and successful singer in the Indian music industry, on the occasion of his birthday. His early struggles, breakthroughs, versatility, and passion for music, have made him a celebrated artist with a massive fan following and his ability to connect with listeners through his emotive voice and soulful renditions has made him the voice of a generation.
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Arijit Singh, one of the most versatile singers in the Indian music industry, celebrates his birthday on 25th April. With his soulful voice and emotive rendition, he has captured the hearts of millions of fans across the world. His journey in the music industry is an inspiration to many aspiring singers.
Arijit Singh’s journey: From early struggles to Bollywood success
Arijit Singh was born in Jiaganj, West Bengal, and grew up in a musical family. His mother was a trained classical singer, and his maternal grandmother was a musician too. He started his music journey at a young age by learning Indian classical music from his mother. He also learned to play various instruments like tabla, guitar, and keyboard. He participated in various music competitions and won many accolades.
However, Arijit’s real breakthrough came when he participated in the reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005. Though he was eliminated early on in the competition, he caught the attention of music director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who gave him his first break in Bollywood with the song “Yun Shabnami” in the movie “Saawariya” in 2007. However, the song didn’t receive much attention at that time.
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It was not until 2011 when Arijit got his next big break with the song “Phir Mohabbat” from the movie “Murder 2”. The song became an instant hit and marked the beginning of Arijit’s successful journey in Bollywood. Despite his immense popularity, Arijit is known for his humility and down-to-earth personality. He often credits his success to his fans and the opportunities he has received in his career.
Arijit’s voice has a unique quality that resonates with the listeners. His soulful renditions of romantic ballads like “Tum Hi Ho”, “Channa Mereya”, “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil”, “Phir Bhi Tumko Chaahunga”, and many more have made him the voice of a generation. His versatility as a singer is evident in his ability to sing different genres of music, from romantic ballads to peppy dance numbers.
Arijit Singh: Exploring his artistry beyond Bollywood triumphs and personal turmoil
Apart from Bollywood, Arijit has also lent his voice to many Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam movies. He has also been honored with the prestigious Mirchi Music Awards for his contribution to the music industry.
However, Arijit’s journey in the music industry has not been without its share of struggles. He faced rejection and criticism early on in his career and had to work hard to establish himself in the industry. He also had to deal with personal tragedies, including the loss of his father, which affected him deeply
But Arijit’s passion and dedication towards music kept him going. He continued to work hard and experiment with different genres of music. His ability to connect with the listeners through his music is what sets him apart from other singers in the industry.
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As Arijit celebrates his birthday, his fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming projects. He has already lent his voice to several upcoming Bollywood movies, including Brahmastra, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, and Satyameva Jayate 2. Fans can also look forward to his independent music releases, which he has hinted at in several interviews.
Arijit Singh’s journey in the music industry is a testament to the power of passion and hard work. His soulful renditions and emotive voice have won the hearts of millions of fans across the world. He has proved that with perseverance and dedication, one can achieve success and make a mark in the music industry.
