'I don’t give a damn': Arijit Singh’s makes confession about Atif Aslam during live concert

Indian playback sensation Arijit Singh has gone viral across Pakistan and India after openly showering praise on Pakistani music stars during a live concert in Abu Dhabi — and fans cannot stop talking about it.

And yes, he made it crystal clear he was not worried about backlash.

During the concert, Arijit passionately spoke about his admiration for Pakistani artists, especially Atif Aslam and Shafqat Amanat Ali.

“I give a damn, mujhay ghanta farq nahi parta, Atif Aslam is one of my favourite singers,” he declared on stage, instantly sending the crowd into cheers.

The candid statement spread like wildfire online within hours, with clips from the concert flooding Instagram, X, and TikTok.

Fans from both sides of the border praised Arijit for openly appreciating Pakistani talent despite years of political tensions and entertainment bans between India and Pakistan.

Many users called the moment “wholesome,” while others said it proved that music still connects people beyond politics, controversies and online outrage.

Social media especially lit up over Arijit’s unapologetic tone, with fans applauding him for refusing to hide his admiration for Atif Aslam.

Comments poured in rapidly, with users writing things like “Real artists respect real artists” and “Music has no borders.”

For Pakistani fans, the moment felt extra special because Atif Aslam remains one of the most loved South Asian singers globally despite long-standing restrictions on Pakistani artists working in India.

Meanwhile, many Indian fans also joined in celebrating the moment, saying Arijit’s comments reflected what countless music lovers already feel privately.

The viral clip has now become one of the internet’s favourite celebrity moments of the week — not because of controversy, but because of pure cross-border respect.