Arijit Singh, the renowned Indian singer, is currently enthralling audiences across the UK with his soulful voice. However, a recent concert in the UK took an unexpected turn and has been the talk of social media. A widely circulated video from one of his events shows a distressing incident where a female fan struggled to get closer to the stage, only to be mishandled by security personnel. The tension in the air was palpable as the crowd watched the scenario unfold, but it was Arijit’s prompt intervention and heartfelt apology that left an indelible mark on everyone present.
The video begins with a female fan enthusiastically making her way towards the stage to catch a closer glimpse of her idol. Security guards, attempting to control the crowd, stopped her from getting any nearer. Despite her claims that Arijit Singh had called her, the guards restrained her by grabbing her neck, an action that caught the attention of the artist on stage. As soon as he noticed the unacceptable treatment of his fan, Arijit immediately stepped in.
“It’s not fair to grab somebody like that,” Arijit voiced firmly, pointing towards the security personnel as he highlighted the inappropriateness of their actions. With a composed demeanor, he appealed to the crowd to “please sit down” and took a moment to console the shaken fan. “I am really sorry, ma’am. I wish I was there to protect you, but I could not. Please sit down,” he added, showing genuine concern and empathy for her distress.
The incident further gained traction online, with several fan pages and news outlets reposting the video and expressing their support for Arijit’s stance. One tweet from The Arijitians account captured the essence of the incident perfectly: “This is not fair, said @arijitsingh when security grabbed a fan girl by the neck. On the spot, Arijit Singh scolded the guard. #UK Concert.”
In another notable moment from his UK tour, Arijit Singh found himself at the center of a different sort of controversy. During one of his performances, a fan requested him to sing “Aar Kobe,” a protest song created in response to a tragic rape and murder incident in Kolkata. This request was made while Arijit was in the middle of performing the classic “Ramta Jogi” from the movie Taal. The emotional gravity of the request and its timing struck a chord with Arijit, prompting him to address the fan directly.
“This is not the place,” Arijit said, pausing to ensure his message was heard loud and clear. “People haven’t come here to protest.
. Ya? They have come here to listen to me. That’s my job, right? That is my heart, that one you are saying. Not the right time, right place.” His message underscored the importance of context and the appropriate platform for protest. Emphatically, he further urged the passionate fan, “If you really feel about it, go to Kolkata. Yes. Gather some people, a lot of Bengalis are here. Go on the street. That song is not monetized. It will never be monetized. It is not copyright. Anybody can use it.”
The exchange was shared on Instagram by a user with the handle rahul__roy983, capturing a sense of Arijit’s frustration and articulating the complexities of blending art and activism. The video caption read, “Arijit Singh gets annoyed when a fan requested him to play ‘Aar Kobe,’ a protest song he created after the events in Kolkata.”
Adding to the string of unique moments on his tour, another video went viral showing a fan placing fast food and a soft drink cup on the stage during his performance of the title track of ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.’ Despite being absorbed in his performance, Arijit noticed the act, paused momentarily, and gracefully handed the item to a volunteer. He courteously addressed the fan, saying, “I am so sorry. This is my temple, you can’t put food here,” reiterating his respect for his stage and the sanctity he attributes to his performance space.
While Arijit Singh’s UK tour has been filled with powerful moments and beautiful expressions of his art, it is these unscripted interactions and his genuine responses to his fans that have left a lasting impression. From standing up for a fan against rough security tactics to reinforcing the importance of context in artistic expression and maintaining decorum on stage, Arijit Singh has demonstrated a blend of sensitivity, integrity, and leadership.
As his tour continues, fans eagerly await more performances, hoping to be part of an audience that not only appreciates his music but also witnesses the profoundly human moments that underscore his concerts. Arijit Singh’s recent experiences are a testament to an artist’s power to influence, protect, and inspire beyond the realms of their craft.
