In an unexpected turn of events, celebrated singer Arijit Singh became the subject of intense social media discussion following a recent video that emerged from his live concert performance. The footage has been circulating across various platforms, capturing a moment where the vocal sensation is seen trimming his nails onstage, even as his voice continued to serenade the audience with his chart-topping melodies.
The incident has split opinion among netizens, sparking a flurry of reactions that range from shock to amusement. Detractors criticized Singh’s actions as “highly unprofessional,” expressing disbelief and disapproval at such casual behavior during a live performance. Some social media commentators questioned the appropriateness of his timing, with one user commenting, “You could have distributed nails in the public, your fans would have kept it for a lifetime,” poking fun at Arijit’s quirky choice of interlude activity. Another voiced disapproval more sternly, stating, “He should have done it before the concert, highly unprofessional, and who gets nail cutters to concerts? Crazy stuff.”
Despite the backlash, some of Singh’s loyal fans came to his defense. They argued that this act showcased the singer’s unpretentious personality, though the act of clipping one’s nails in public was questioned by others on the grounds of hygiene and decorum.
The peculiar clip originated from one of Singh’s fan pages, Believe in Arijit Singh, prominently displaying the vocalist donned in a grey shirt with an orange cloth wrapped around his head. During this Dubai concert, the scene unfolded as he nonchalantly took out a nail cutter and proceeded with his grooming routine, all the while continuing to entrall the audience with his performance. This unusual act caught on camera was from the same successful concert where Singh had previously made headlines.
This was not the first time Singh caught attention mid-performance. In an earlier viral instance, Arijit had to pause his performance to extend apologies to actress Mahira Khan. While belting out the song “Zaalima” from the Bollywood hit movie ‘Raees,’ which featured Mahira and iconic actor Shah Rukh Khan, Singh realized that the actress herself was in the VIP zone of the Coca-Cola Arena.
Upon recognizing her, Singh interrupted his song to acknowledge her presence and rectify his oversight. In the video that captured this moment, Arijit can be heard addressing the crowd, “You guys must be surprised who’s here and watching, should I reveal? I should reveal it in a very nice way. Can we have the camera there? I have been trying to recognize, I have seen this person somewhere, it turns out I have sung for her. Ladies and gentlemen, Mahira Khan is sitting right in front of me.”
The video of this courteous gesture by the singer—who is noted for his emotive singing style and down-to-earth persona—reignited the conversation and admiration for Arijit on social media.
In both instances, Arijit Singh’s authenticity and unexpected actions have garnered varied responses from fans and onlookers alike. Whether clipping nails during a live concert or pausing mid-song to show respect, Singh continues to surprise his audience with his unique charm. His undeniable talent, coupled with these distinctly human moments, ensures that the singer remains a subject of interest and, sometimes, controversy. Only time will tell how this nail clipping episode will be remembered in the annals of his eventful career.
