# Arijit Singh's Emotional Return: First Stage Magic in Kolkata After Playback Retirement Shock! Imagine the roar of a packed stadium, tears streaming down fans' faces, and Arijit Singh's soul-stirring voice piercing the air—just days after he bid farewell to Bollywood playback singing. That's exactly what unfolded at Kolkata's Netaji Indoor Stadium on Sunday, marking his triumphant first live show post-retirement announcement.[1][2][3] Arijit, the 38-year-old voice behind timeless hits like **Tum Hi Ho** from *Aashiqui 2*, stunned the crowd by joining sitar maestro **Anoushka Shankar** and percussionist Bickram Ghosh on stage. Walking out to thunderous applause, he humbly confessed, "I am very nervous. Thank you for having me," before diving into a mesmerizing rendition of *Maya Bhora Raati*—a Bengali gem originally sung by Lakshmi Shankar and composed by Pandit Ravi Shankar.[1][2][3] The fusion of classical sitar waves and Arijit's contemporary flair had fans cheering wildly, blending legacy with raw emotion.[3] The magic didn't stop there. Arijit shared a heartfelt duet with Anoushka on **Traces of You**, a track from her collaboration with Norah Jones, which he had originally recorded at her London home years ago. He even reminisced about visiting her, hinting at deeper creative bonds forged off-stage.[1][2][3] Fans erupted online: "I feel so emotional—happy and heartbroken at the same time," one shared, while another got "goosebumps" and called it a "beautiful surprise."[2] Videos of the gig went viral, capturing chants of his name and tearful cheers, proving his hold on hearts remains unbreakable.[1][3] This surprise Kolkata gig comes hot on the heels of Arijit's January 27 announcement, where he retired from new playback assignments after a "wonderful" journey, thanking fans for the love. Shot to fame with Bollywood romances, he's topped global charts—even beating Taylor Swift—and launched his label Oriyon Music in 2020. Rest assured, concerts and independent music continue, as even Aamir Khan visited him post-announcement.[1][2][3]
Arijit Singh captivating audiences live—evoking the electric energy of his Kolkata comeback. (Unsplash free stock image)
Citations
1.https://www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/events/arijit-singh-takes-to-stage-for-surprise-kolkata-gig-with-anoushka-shankar-and-bickram-ghosh/cid/2146436
2.https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music/arijit-singh-performs-with-anoushka-shankar-in-kolkata-his-1st-show-after-quitting-playback-singing-fans-react-101770574425422.html
3.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/arijit-singh-returns-to-stage-for-first-kolkata-show-with-anoushka-shankar-days-after-announcing-retirement-from-playback-singing/articleshow/128084599.cms
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