Arijit Singh cancels August UK tour! Check out new dates
What's the story
Acclaimed singer Arijit Singh has announced the postponement of his UK tour, originally set to commence on August 11, due to a medical emergency.
Now, the concerts have been rescheduled for September.
Sharing the news on Instagram, Singh expressed regret over the delay, stating, "Dear fans, it pains me to share that unforeseen medical circumstances have forced me to postpone our August concerts."
He further thanked his fans for their steadfast support.
Fan assurance
Singh assured the validity of tickets, expressed gratitude to fans
In his announcement, Singh assured fans that their tickets for the August tour would remain valid for the rescheduled dates.
He further expressed his gratitude toward his fans saying, "Thank you for your understanding, patience, and unwavering love. I can't wait to create unforgettable memories with you all."
The new concert dates are September 15 in London, September 16 in Birmingham, September 19 in Rotterdam, and September 22 in Manchester.
Fan reaction
Fans expressed concern as a historic performance was delayed
Following Singh's announcement, numerous fans expressed concern about his health and wished him a speedy recovery.
The singer was set to make history as the first South Asian artist to perform at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena. However, this milestone will now be delayed due to the rescheduling of the concert.
Despite the setback, fans continue to show their unwavering support for Singh during this challenging time.
Legal battle
More recently, Singh was involved in an AI-related court case
In other news related to Singh, the singer was currently involved in a court case concerning the unauthorized use of his voice, image, and other attributes using AI technology.
On July 26, a court issued an interim order restraining eight platforms from using Singh's attributes without his consent.
Singh reportedly alleged that the circulation of memes and GIFs led to "ridicule, embarrassment, and humiliation."