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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size:larger;" |'''Arijit Singh'''<br />
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| '''Born'''<br />
| 25 April 1987<br>Jiaganj, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India<br />
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| '''Nationality'''<br />
| Indian<br />
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| '''Occupation'''<br />
| Playback singer, Music composer, Music programmer<br />
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| '''Years active'''<br />
| 2005–present<br />
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| '''Spouse'''<br />
| Koel Roy<br />
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'''Arijit Singh''' (born 25 April 1987) is an Indian playback singer and music composer who primarily works in Hindi cinema. Known for his soulful voice and emotional range, he is regarded as one of the most successful and influential singers in contemporary Indian music.<br />
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He rose to national fame with the song ''Tum Hi Ho'' from ''Aashiqui 2'' (2013), which earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer.<br />
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== Early Life and Education ==<br />
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Arijit Singh was born in Jiaganj, Murshidabad, West Bengal, to a Punjabi father and a Bengali mother. He grew up in a musically inclined family. His maternal grandmother and mother were trained singers, and his maternal uncle played the tabla.<ref>https://m.economictimes.com/news/new-updates/arijit-singh-wife-family-early-life-and-journey-of-the-padma-shri-national-award-winning-singer/articleshow/127641218.cms</ref><br />
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He received early training in music at home before pursuing professional instruction. He studied Indian classical music under Rajendra Prasad Hazari, learned tabla from Dhirendra Prasad Hazari, and was trained in Rabindra Sangeet and pop music by Birendra Prasad Hazari.<ref>https://www.tv9hindi.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/bollywood-two-national-award-winning-singer-arijit-singh-announces-retirement-playback-singing-biography-profile-3665139.html</ref><br />
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For his formal education, Singh attended Raja Bijay Singh High School and later studied at Sripat Singh College, affiliated with the University of Kalyani. Although he performed well academically, he has stated that his primary interest was always music.<br />
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== Career ==<br />
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=== Reality Shows and Early Struggles (2005–2010) ===<br />
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Arijit Singh first appeared on the reality television show ''Fame Gurukul'' in 2005, where he finished among the finalists. Though he did not win, the show introduced him to the music industry.<ref>https://www.jagran.com/entertainment/biography-arijit-singhs-last-song-maatrubhumi-for-salman-khans-battle-of-galwan-crossed-20-million-views-on-youtube-40127312.html</ref><br />
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He later won the show ''10 Ke 10 Le Gaye Dil'', which enabled him to set up his own recording studio. During this period, he worked as an assistant music programmer for composers such as Pritam, Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, Vishal–Shekhar, and Mithoon.<ref>https://www.bollywoodlife.com/celeb/arijit-singh/</ref><br />
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=== Breakthrough and Stardom (2011–2015) ===<br />
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Singh made his playback debut with ''Phir Mohabbat'' from the film ''Murder 2'' (2011). However, his major breakthrough came with ''Tum Hi Ho'' from ''Aashiqui 2'' (2013). The song became a nationwide hit and earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer at the 59th Filmfare Awards.<br />
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Following this success, he delivered several popular songs including:<ref>https://navbharattimes.indiatimes.com/entertainment/news-from-bollywood/arijit-singh-and-his-wife-koyel-photo-viral-on-internet-know-about-his-love-story/articleshow/82250521.cms</ref><br />
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* ''Chahun Main Ya Naa''<br />
* ''Muskurane''<br />
* ''Kabira''<br />
* ''Hamari Adhuri Kahani''<br />
* ''Gerua''<br />
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His versatility allowed him to sing across romantic, classical, devotional, and dance genres.<br />
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=== Continued Success ===<br />
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Over the years, Arijit Singh has become one of the highest-paid playback singers in India. He has recorded songs in multiple languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and Marathi.<br />
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In addition to singing, he has also worked as a music composer and director, making his directorial debut with the Bengali film ''Bhalobashar Rojnamcha'' (2015).<br />
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== Musical Style ==<br />
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Arijit Singh is known for his expressive voice, emotional depth, and strong classical foundation. His ability to convey vulnerability and intensity in romantic ballads has made him a preferred choice for leading actors in Bollywood.<br />
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== Awards and Recognition ==<br />
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Arijit Singh has received numerous awards and nominations, including:<br />
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* Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer<br />
* Multiple IIFA Awards<br />
* Zee Cine Awards<br />
* Mirchi Music Awards<br />
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He is consistently ranked among the most streamed Indian artists globally.<br />
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== Personal Life ==<br />
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Arijit Singh is married to Koel Roy. He maintains a relatively private lifestyle and prefers staying away from media attention.<br />
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He enjoys cycling, reading, photography, playing badminton, writing, and creating documentaries. Despite his commercial success, he continues to reside in his hometown of Jiaganj for a significant part of the year.<br />
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== Net Worth ==<br />
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As of recent estimates, Arijit Singh’s net worth is reported to be in the multi-million dollar range. He is among the highest-paid singers in the Indian music industry.<br />
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== Legacy ==<br />
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Arijit Singh has significantly shaped modern Bollywood music. His songs dominate streaming platforms and radio charts, and his influence extends to aspiring singers across India. With a strong foundation in classical music and a contemporary sensibility, he remains one of the defining voices of his generation.<br />
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== References ==<br />
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