Is Arijit Singh Returning To Playback Singing With Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2’? Singer’s Manager Reacts to Viral Rumours
Recent viral reports claimed singer Arijit Singh was returning to playback singing with the song 'Yeh Awarapan' for Emraan Hashmi’s upcoming movie 'Awarapan 2'. Addressing the widespread rumors, his manager clarified that the artist has not reversed his retirement decision or taken on new playback work.
Reports suggesting that celebrated singer Arijit Singh is making a comeback to Hindi cinema playback singing for Emraan Hashmi’s Awarapan 2 have been clarified by his team. Viral social media speculation claimed that the artist had ended his brief hiatus to record the title track "Yeh Awarapan" for the upcoming sequel. However, statements from his team have set the record straight regarding his current professional commitments and future plans. ‘Awarapan’ Re-Release: Emraan Hashmi’s Cult Classic To Return to Theatres Ahead of Sequel Release, Set To Clash With THIS Biggie.
Arijit Singh Returns to Playback Singing?
Rumours began circulating rapidly after reports linked Arijit Singh to the soundtrack of Awarapan 2, the upcoming action-drama starring Emraan Hashmi. Fans across social media questioned whether the singer had reconsidered his decision to step back from playback assignments following his earlier announcement regarding a pause on taking new assignments.
The buzz intensified with claims that Singh had recorded "Yeh Awarapan", positioning the track as a major reunion between the singer, actor Emraan Hashmi, and the Vishesh Films banner.
Arijit Singh's Manager Clarifies His Comeback Rumours
Addressing the viral claims, Arijit Singh's manager directly responded to clarify the situation and address media reports regarding any full-scale return to the recording studio for new playback work.
The reports circulating about a full playback comeback are baseless, his manager said in response to the viral claims. He stated, "He is just completing the projects that were finalised before the retirement was announced. Arijit isn’t doing a comeback in playback singing. These are old commitments."
His representative further emphasised that the singer’s stance remains unchanged: "He remains focused on his current priorities and personal creative projects. Fulfilling existing commitments does not mean he is reversing his decision or accepting new playback offers at this time."
‘Awarapan 2’ Song ‘Yeh Awarapan’ Out!
The song "Yeh Awarapan" serves as a major feature in Awarapan 2, carrying forward the musical legacy of the 2007 original film Awarapan. The sequel, produced under the Vishesh Films banner and directed by Nitin Kakkar, sees Emraan Hashmi reprise his iconic role alongside a new ensemble cast including Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi. ‘Ve Junoon’: Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2’ Track Bridges the Gap Between Shriya Saran and Disha Patani; Fans Say ‘Repeat Pe Sunoge’ (Watch Video).
Watch the Music Video of ‘Yeh Awarapan’
While the track continues to build anticipation for the film's upcoming release, his team’s clarification confirms that the song represents the completion of prior work rather than a new phase of commercial playback recording. Awarapan 2 is set for a grand theatrical release on August 14, 2026.
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