Who is Koel Roy? Everything to know about Arijit Singh’s second wife

On January 27, 2026, Arijit Singh surprised fans by announcing his retirement from playback singing. The National Award and Padma Shri recipient made the revelation on Instagram, instantly sparking reactions from fans across the world. Known for keeping his personal life private, the singer from West Bengal has always let his music speak louder than words. While his private world has largely remained out of the spotlight, fans have long been curious about his family life, especially his wife.

Who is his wife?

Arijit Singh’s second marriage marked a calmer phase in his life. He married his childhood friend Koel Roy in January 2014 in a private ceremony at a Tripathi temple in West Bengal. Their bond grew out of years of friendship and mutual understanding. Koel had a daughter from her earlier marriage, and Arijit embraced family life away from public attention. Together, they have built a quiet home, raising their children while staying distant from the media glare. Arijit has remained firm about protecting his family’s privacy.

His first marriage and a silent separation

Before fame fully found him, Arijit married Ruprekha Banerjee, his co-contestant from Fame Gurukul, in 2013. The relationship, however, did not last long. Emotional differences and professional stress reportedly led to their separation. Arijit never spoke publicly about this chapter, reflecting his consistent approach to personal matters.

The retirement announcement that shocked fans

Arijit made it clear that he is stepping away only from playback singing, not from music altogether. He confirmed that he will continue with live shows, concerts, tours and independent projects. Bollywood films, however, will no longer feature his voice. In his message, he wrote, “I am happy to announce that from now on, I will not be taking any new assignments as a playback singer. I am stopping here.” The announcement carried gratitude, not bitterness.

Songs that defined a generation

Arijit Singh shaped modern Hindi cinema with songs like 'Tum Hi Ho', 'Channa Mereya', 'Agar Tum Saath Ho', 'Raabta', 'Phir Le Aaya Dil', 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil', 'Muskurane', 'Khairiyat', 'Tera Yaar Hoon Main', 'Laal Ishq', 'Ilahi', 'Kabira', 'Hamari Adhuri Kahani', 'Janam Janam', 'Sooraj Dooba Hain', 'Hawayein', 'Nashe Si Chadh Gayi', 'Kalank Nahi Ishq Hai', 'Dil Hi Toh Hai', 'Qaafirana', 'Shayad', 'Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage', 'Ve Maahi', 'Pal', 'Roke Na Ruke Naina', 'Dilbaro', 'Sajni' and 'Gehraiyaan'.

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