Aamir Khan explains real reason for meeting Arijit Singh; visited not to stop him but for THIS request

Aamir Khan has now shared the real reason behind his visit to Arijit Singh in Murshidabad. Many people thought Aamir went there to stop Arijit from leaving playback singing. This was because Arijit had just said he was quitting.

Fans joined the dots and believed Aamir rushed there to change his mind.But Aamir said in an interview with Subhash K Jha that this is not true. He said his visit had a different purpose, “I wasn’t there to convince Arijit not to quit singing for films.” He also added that yes, he still tried to talk to him about the decision. But he said Arijit seemed firm. Aamir said, “Though I did try my best to persuade him to reconsider, it was in vain.

He seems to have made up his mind.”

Why Aamir Khan actually went to meet Arijit Singh

Aamir explained that he was in Murshidabad for work related to his film ‘Ek Din’. The movie stars his son Junaid Khan and

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. Aamir said he went there for the rendering of the songs. He said, “I was there for his rendering of the Ek Din songs.” He shared that he convinced Arijit to sing for the film because it was an earlier commitment. Aamir said, “I convinced him to sing for my sake. He is singing for Junaid’s character.

Since Ek Din was an earlier commitment, he wanted to complete it.” He also said the movie has five songs and Arijit sings all five.

Aamir Khan praises Arijit Singh and talks about their time together

Aamir could not stop praising Arijit. He said Arijit has nailed the songs, “Such a talent! And it’s so sad for films, and for all of us who are his fans.” Aamir also spoke warmly about meeting Arijit’s family and team. He said he had a lovely time. He even called Arijit a “lovely person.”Aamir also posted a picture with Arijit. Aamir added a short note with it, “Thank you, Arijit, for lending your voice to our film ‘Ek Din’. The 4 days spent with you, your family and your team felt magical. Love, a.”‘Ek Din’ is directed by Sunil Pandey and will release on May 1, 2026.