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The Guardian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘Once-in-a-generation artist' Arijit Singh to be first Indian musician to headline UK stadium
Sitting ahead of US pop megastars Olivia Rodrigo, Doechii and Gracie Abrams in the list of most-listened-to artists on Spotify around the world each month – and just one place behind Harry Styles – is a man that most British listeners have probably never heard of: the Bengali artist Arijit Singh. He has never had a song in the UK Top 100 singles or albums charts, yet thanks to a passionate fan base in the Indian diaspora, he is to become the first Indian musician to play a UK stadium concert. This week Singh announced he will play Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 5 September, the same 63,000-seat venue that will host Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and Imagine Dragons this summer. 'He's doing this to show the sheer power of him as an artist, but it's also an incredible statement of Indian culture in the west,' the south Asian BBC presenter Nihal Arthanayake said. A singer and multi-instrumentalist capable of hopping from a synth-laden dance banger to traditional Indian classical music, Singh has astounding technical ability, and his searching vocal lines have an emotional impact to stop you in your tracks. Arthanayake beseeched anyone unfamiliar with Singh: 'Just see this as beautiful music, the language of which you may not understand, but the sentiment and vocal depth, you will feel. His range, his talent and his virtuosity makes him a once-in-a-generation artist, even for India.' In some ways it is understandable that Singh hasn't crossed over from an Indian diaspora audience in the UK, in the way that pop stars from west Africa and south Korea have done in recent years. Singh rarely sings in English, instead using a range of Indian languages. He is also a master of a musical form specific to Indian culture, namely playback singing. This is the art of recording vocal performances for Bollywood actors to lip-sync to on screen. 'The greatest singers are great actors – they bring emotions through, and none more so than someone like Arijit Singh,' said Arthanayake. 'Because he's singing a song that, say, [Bollywood megastar] Shah Rukh Khan will deliver on screen, he's getting into that role and those emotions, and people will feel that.' The Bollywood factor contributed to Singh's broad appeal, Arthanayake added. '[These films] are designed for two or three generations to go and see at once. This is not something you see in western cinema,' he explained. 'You probably don't get your granddad and mum to go along to The Fast and the Furious with you, right?' Instead, with Singh, 'you have multiple generations of one family falling in love with his voice. No one says: 'That's mum-and-dad music, I'm not listening to that.'' Born into a musical family, Singh, 38, started his musical training aged three, but his big breakthrough came with his ballad Tum Hi Ho for the 2013 film Aashiqui 2. Now, after more than a decade of big hits, he has 147m followers on Spotify – more than Taylor Swift or Ed Sheeran. But rather than living in showbiz Mumbai, he remains in the town of Jiaganj, West Bengal, where he grew up. He is married to a childhood friend and doesn't speak to the press. Reviewing his September 2024 arena tour, the Guardian's Mahika Ravi Shankar said 'his performance exudes humility'. Arthanayake concurred: 'Humility is key to his fame – he lets the music speak.' Sign up to Sleeve Notes Get music news, bold reviews and unexpected extras. Every genre, every era, every week after newsletter promotion Arthanayake said he expected to see few non-south-Asian faces at the Tottenham concert, but that Singh was not 'trying to court western validation'. Global platforms such as Spotify and YouTube mean Singh, as well as a new generation of south Asian stars, such as rappers AP Dhillon and Hanumankind, and UK-based Asian collectives, such as Daytimers, don't worry about whether or not western media champions them. 'They aren't reliant on the white gaze to give them credibility or validity,' Arthanayake said. 'They're huge as it is.' Venues such as Wembley Arena, which is close to a large Asian community in north-west London, have long hosted Indian artists. But in tandem with a buoyant UK live music industry that made a record £6.1bn in economic impact in 2023, Indian stars such as Singh, Diljit Dosanjh and Shreya Ghoshal are now eyeing bigger tours. Dosanjh, a Punjabi actor and singer, played six arena dates in the UK in autumn 2024, including three shows at London's O2 Arena. A five-star Guardian review called the Glasgow date 'an overwhelmingly joyful celebration'. He has also crossed into the US mainstream as a rare Punjabi face at the Met Gala and Coachella festival. 'If the Met Gala wants to be more relevant globally, it needs people like this,' Arthanayake said. 'The size of India's middle class is probably bigger than the entire population of America. In terms of cultural power, you can't just say it rests in the hands of the west any more.'
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sitaare Zameen Par Song Sar Aankhon Pe Mere Teaser Out, Full Track Releasing On THIS Date
Last Updated: The song Sar Aankhon Pe Mere beautifully tugs at the heartstrings, evoking deep emotions with Arijit Singh's voice. Aamir Khan's upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par is all set for release on June 20. The actor, dubbed as Mr Perfectionist of Bollywood, will be playing the role of a basketball coach in the movie. Now, the makers have dropped the second song Sar Aankhon Pe Mere teaser and also revealed when the full track will be out. The song Sar Aankhon Pe Mere beautifully tugs at the heartstrings, evoking deep emotions with Arijit Singh's voice. The song will be released tomorrow. The makers of Sitaare Zameen Par took to social media to share the teaser of Sar Aankhon Pe Mere, along with a heartfelt caption. 'Arijit Singh ki aawaaz aur yeh gaana…aaj se#SarAankhonPeMere. #SarAankhonPeMere song releasing tomorrow! #SitaareZameenPar #SabkaApnaApnaNormal, 20th June Only In Theatres." Watch the teaser here: Sar Aankhon Pe Mere is beautifully sung by everyone's favorite, Arijit Singh. It's worth saying that his voice is a melodious wonder in this heart touching song. While he has delivered several cult classics over the years, this is undoubtedly going to be yet another soulful song that will touch millions of hearts across the nation. Aamir Khan Productions proudly presents 10 rising stars: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, who previously helmed the barrier-breaking blockbuster Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, now returns with the biggest collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions' Sitaare Zameen Par. Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare Zameen Par stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in lead roles along with the 10 rising stars. The lyrics are penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya and music is composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The screenplay is written By Divy Nidhi Sharma. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, with B. Shrinivas Rao and Ravi Bhagchandka as producers. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film will be released in theatres only on 20th June, 2025. First Published:
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Metro In Dino Song Zamaana Lage: The 'OG' Bollywood Is Back With Arijit-Pritam's Soulful Track
Last Updated: Zamaana Lage from Metro In Dino captures Mumbai's love tales with Arijit Singh's soul-stirring vocals and Pritam's nostalgic magic. The first song from Metro… In Dino is finally here, and it promises a soulful journey through love and life in Mumbai. Titled Zamaana Lage, the track reunites music maestro Pritam with Arijit Singh and Shashwat Singh, delivering a heartwarming ballad that beautifully ties the film's interconnected stories together. Directed by Anurag Basu, Metro… In Dino is a spiritual successor to the 2007 film Life in a… Metro and explores multiple urban relationships. The song's music video gives a glimpse into the lives of its ensemble cast. Sara Ali Khan and Aditya Roy Kapur share a gentle romantic arc, where he sees her off at the metro. Konkona Sen Sharma's character seems hesitant about accepting affection from Pankaj Tripathi. Elsewhere, Saswata Chatterjee appears to be quietly observing Neena Gupta and Anupam Kher's characters in the alleys of Kolkata. Another segment shows the evolving, possibly troubled, dynamic between Ali Fazal and Fatima Sana Shaikh's characters. Through these snapshots of romance and complexity, Zamaana Lage threads everything together with music that feels warm, lived-in, and quintessentially Bollywood. The lyrics, penned by Qaisar Ul Jafri with contributions from Sandeep Shrivastava, explore the idea of giving love another chance—despite the risks of heartbreak. Fans were quick to react with nostalgia and emotion. 'Pritam da & Arijit da the duo is back to serve!!!" wrote one user. Another added, 'Arijit Singh's voice in Zamaana Lage is pure magic — soulful and deeply emotional. Every word he sings feels like it's coming straight from the heart." One listener declared, 'This one's going straight to my playlist," while another summed it up simply: 'The OG Bollywood is back." With Zamaana Lage, Anurag Basu and Pritam seem ready to revive the emotional soundscape of early 2000s Hindi cinema. Metro… In Dino releases in theatres on July 4, and if this song is any indication, fans can expect an emotionally rich musical drama. First Published:
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arijit Singh makes history: First Indian artist to headline UK stadium with London show
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Singer Arijit Singh is all set to make history as the first Indian artist to headline a UK stadium, with a live show scheduled for September 5, 2025, at London's iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This landmark performance will be Arijit's only European date this year, making it one of the most anticipated concerts. The announcement has sent waves of excitement among fans, as Singh's last UK performance — a sold-out show at London's O2 Arena in 2024 — drew massive attention, especially with the surprise gig with British pop sensation Ed Sheeran. 01:32 Arijit Singh's public apology to Salman Khan, pleads not to delete his song Arijit Singh's upcoming London show coincides with his ongoing dominance on global music charts. According to Live Nation, Arijit Singh is currently the most followed artist on Spotify worldwide, boasting over 140 million followers. Remarkably, he is the first non-English-singing artist to achieve this feat, surpassing global icons like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and Ariana Grande. As reported by Secret London, he has also confirmed his collaboration on Ed Sheeran's next single, Sapphire, which is expected to draw even more international attention to the Indian music star. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Ticket Sale Details and Fan Reactions General sale tickets for Singh's historic concert will go live at midday on Friday, June 6, 2025. Reflecting on the milestone, the singer shared in a statement to the media, 'I'm just an ordinary person who happens to sing, and I'm incredibly humbled that I have the opportunity to share my songs and perform in London again. If that means I make history, then I will be very blessed.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time Out Abu Dhabi
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Bollywood star Arijit Singh's Abu Dhabi concert has a new date
Bollywood fans, listen up: the one and only Arijit Singh is gracing the stage at Etihad Arena and it's going to be emotional. From gut-wrenching ballads to dance-worthy anthems, this is your chance to see the legend behind hits like Tum Hi Ho, Channa Mereya, Kesariya, and Gerua doing what he does best: stealing hearts and leaving no dry eyes in the house. Imagine this: the region's biggest indoor entertainment venue, flawless acoustics, jaw-dropping visuals and Arijit Singh belting out all your favourite tunes. It doesn't get much better than that. Goosebumps? Absolutely. Tissues? Highly recommended. It's not just a concert; it's a Bollywood musical extravaganza that will take you on a rollercoaster of feels. The concert, which had been scheduled for May, is now happening on December 19. Doors open at 7pm, make sure to get there early and definitely make sure you don't miss out on tickets as they're sure to fly off the shelves. Tickets are on sale now, from three different sites. Go go go: Whether you're a die-hard Arijit fan or just someone who loves a good night out, this is one for the books. And if you're wondering what else you can expect, we're talking live band, stunning visuals, and a setlist that'll have you belting out every word (don't worry, everyone else will be too). Deepak Choudhary, Partner at Eva Live Middle East, said: 'Arijit Singh is not just a singer; he is a phenomenon who has redefined Bollywood music and touched millions of hearts worldwide. We are thrilled to bring his magic to Abu Dhabi and create an unforgettable evening for fans across the UAE and beyond.' From Dhs150. Fri Dec 19 7pm. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Etihad Arena, Platinumlist, Virgin Tickets. More things to do in Abu Dhabi Everything happening in Abu Dhabi in 2025 From new openings to big events, this is shaping up to be quite a year It's official: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season is returning for a second edition with some huge names Wow, look at this line-up Abu Dhabi's best restaurants 2024: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted
