Cinema VinesOn Monday, around 50,000 protesters converged on Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to demand the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The demonstrators, who have camped at the site for a month, were joined by thousands of students and activists who marched toward Parliament. Security forces responded with lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the crowd, sparking widespread criticism.
Indian singer Arijit Singh took to X to comment on the unrest, condemning the use of force against students. He wrote, “wow!! checking videos of Human beings in uniform behaving like goons,” and added, “Yaar ab to students ko maar rahe hain yahaan aap log. Hello Neta, Mantri !! Hello Delhi Police aren't you ashamed!!?? kya chal raha hai bhai!! apne aapko bhagwan samajh liya hai kya ***? Har cheez Yaad rakkha jayega! Har har Mahadev! Yaad rakhna The Only Constant Is Change!” The star’s remarks were met with mixed reactions, with some fans accusing him of losing respect for his stance.
In response to criticism, Singh clarified that he does not seek approval from his audience and apologized for any offense caused. He stated, “I am not worried about the fact that somebody respects me or not. I am also not bothered about anyone's opinion as everyone have their own. you being a fan of me doesn't compel me to say sugarcoated words to you. but I apologise to you as a person. My words might have hurt your emotions. I am truly sorry I never meant it that way. It's just that I am angry. Forgive me to become free. You can delete all my playlist and forget my existence. be happy I genuinely pray for your happiness. but that doesn't change my opinion. Take care.”
Earlier this year, Singh announced on Instagram and later on X that he would no longer take new playback singing assignments, citing a growing interest in classical music and a desire to focus on personal projects. He clarified that he would not disappear from the industry, promising to finish pending commitments and continue creating music independently. Shortly after the announcement, he released the independent single “Raina,” which was well received by fans.
Arijit Singh’s career has seen him lend his voice to iconic tracks such as “Tum Hi Ho,” “Channa Mereya,” “Agar Tum Saath Ho,” “Raabta,” “Kesariya,” “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil,” “Tera Yaar Hoon Main,” “Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage,” and “Tum Kya Mile.” His recent statements and career moves highlight his evolving artistic priorities amid the backdrop of political protests in the capital. The ongoing student protests continue to draw attention to issues of police conduct and student rights in India.
