If Kumar Sanu defined the romantic soundtrack of the 1990s, then Arijit Singh has undeniably become the defining voice of Bollywood in the 2010s and 2020s. His haunting, emotionally raw vocal style has produced some of the most memorable songs of modern Hindi cinema, and his tracks are among the most streamed Bollywood songs of all time — including on Radio Hotstar, where his music plays daily for thousands of loyal listeners.
The Breakthrough that Changed Everything
Arijit Singh participated in the reality television show Fame Gurukul in 2005, but his Bollywood breakthrough did not come immediately. For several years, he worked as a background singer and music programmer before his big moment arrived in 2013 with the song Tum Hi Ho from Aashiqui 2.
The song became a nationwide phenomenon. Arijit's distinctive voice — raw, emotional, and technically precise — connected with listeners in a way that had not been seen since the peak of the 90s golden era. Overnight, he became the most in-demand male voice in Bollywood.
The Voice That Makes You Feel Everything
What separates Arijit Singh from other contemporary Bollywood singers is the unique quality of emotional authenticity in his voice. He does not just sing notes — he inhabits a song completely, conveying the full weight of the emotion in the lyrics. When he sings about heartbreak, you feel heartbroken. When he sings about love, you remember every person you have ever loved.
This ability to create genuine emotional experiences through song is rare and precious, which is why directors and music composers consistently choose Arijit for the most emotionally significant songs in their films.
Songs That Became Cultural Touchstones
After Tum Hi Ho, Arijit Singh produced an extraordinary string of hits. Channa Mereya and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil from the same film became anthems for a generation. Agar Tum Saath Ho from Tamasha is considered one of the finest romantic songs of the modern era. Kesariya from Brahmastra became the most streamed Bollywood song of 2022.
Every year, his output remains extraordinary — balancing quantity with remarkable consistency of quality. This is why Radio Hotstar plays Arijit Singh multiple times throughout the day, across all our shows and time slots.
