Arijit Singh wins praise from fans after openly admiring Pakistani musicians and performing Atif Aslam’s famous song “Pehli Nazar Mein”.
Imaage The Nation
Indian singer Arijit Singh received appreciation on social media after speaking warmly about Pakistani singers Atif Aslam and Shafqat Amanat Ali during a concert in Abu Dhabi.
During the performance, Singh sang “Pehli Nazar Mein,” a popular song originally sung by Atif Aslam for the Bollywood film Race.
While interacting with the audience, Arijit asked whether Pakistani songs were still banned in India. He said he was not fully aware of the latest developments but wanted to know the current situation.
The singer then openly praised Pakistani artists, calling Atif Aslam one of his favourite singers. He also expressed admiration for Shafqat Amanat Ali before continuing his performance.
Fans from both India and Pakistan reacted positively to the moment, with many praising Arijit Singh for appreciating music beyond political differences.
Arijit Singh and Atif Aslam are among South Asia’s most popular singers and have delivered several hit romantic songs over the past two decades.
The moment highlighted how music continues to connect audiences across borders despite political tensions in the region.
