In a magical moment that left fans spellbound, playback singing sensation Arijit Singh delivered a surprise rendition of the popular track 'Saiyaara' during his concert in Abu Dhabi. The performance, held at the Etihad Arena on December 19, has since taken the internet by storm, especially after receiving a heartfelt reaction from the song's original singer, Faheem Abdullah.
A Magical Night at Etihad Arena
Known for his unpredictable setlists, Arijit Singh once again lived up to his reputation by treating the audience to a song he had never performed live before. The track, 'Saiyaara', originally sung by Faheem Abdullah for a film starring Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday, is one of the year's most loved Hindi songs. A concertgoer named Gehna Ahuja captured the special moment on her phone and shared it on Instagram.
Her post, which urged followers to "Pls stop everything, Arijit just sang Saiyaara for us," was captioned with high praise. "All 5 hours of his concert were worth it," she wrote, adding, "Arijit Singh, you’re magical and will always be my top listened-to artist every single year."
The Viral Clip and Fan Frenzy
The widely shared video shows Arijit Singh in his element, singing the hook lines of 'Saiyaara' with minimal instrumental backing. His soulful voice filled the arena, and towards the end, he added his own subtle twist to the melody. The clip perfectly captures the electric atmosphere, with fans singing along and recording the moment on their phones.
The performance sparked a wave of reactions online. One moved fan commented, "I am not crying, YOU are crying." Another noted, "Arijit’s voice is always very soulful to hear, but this song needed Faheem’s touch. Indeed, Faheem’s voice did justice to it. That said, we’d love to hear Arijit’s full version." A third user simply stated, "So basically, this calmed my nervous system."
The Ultimate Seal of Approval
What made the moment truly unforgettable was the reaction from Faheem Abdullah himself. The original singer of 'Saiyaara' found the video and left a comment that has since gone viral. He wrote, "Ladies and gentlemen, Him," accompanied by a heart emoji, giving a powerful and public endorsement to Singh's cover of his song.
This interaction between the two artists highlights the mutual respect within the music industry and has become the highlight of the entire episode for fans. The cover, combined with the original singer's gracious response, has cemented this performance as a standout moment from Arijit Singh's Dubai concert, proving once again why he remains a fan favourite year after year.
