Singer and music composer Vishal Dadlani has shared a heartfelt note on success, peace and living fully, following the recent announcement by Arijit Singh that he will no longer take up new playback singing assignments. Vishal’s message, posted on Instagram, struck a chord with fans and fellow artists, offering a reflective take on fame, fulfillment and the realities of life in the entertainment industry.
In his post, Vishal wrote that success does not automatically bring peace or contentment. He also pointed out that wealth and power do not guarantee safety or happiness. Emphasising the fleeting nature of life, he urged people to stop pretending to be what others expect them to be and instead live honestly and fully. “Life is strange, life is short. Don’t waste a single moment lying to yourself about yourself. Don’t try to be what somebody else said you must be! Live. Fully,” he wrote, calling it the best advice he could offer based on his own experiences.
The post came soon after Arijit Singh announced his decision to step back from taking new playback singing projects. In a message to fans, Arijit expressed gratitude for the love and support he has received over the years, calling his journey as a playback singer a wonderful one. His announcement quickly became a major talking point on social media, with fans expressing shock, sadness and respect for his decision.
Arijit Singh has been one of Bollywood’s most influential voices, lending his voice to iconic songs such as Tum Hi Ho, Channa Mereya, Agar Tum Saath Ho, Raabta and Kesariya, among many others. His decision has sparked wider conversations about pressure, burnout and personal well-being in the music industry.
Vishal Dadlani, known for his work as part of the duo Vishal-Shekhar and as a popular singer himself, has composed and sung for several major films and hit tracks. His reflective note has been seen as a reminder that behind fame and success, artists also grapple with personal struggles, making peace and contentment deeply personal goals rather than guaranteed outcomes.
