Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK, who has given multiple hits in the last three decades has passed away at the age of 53. The singer performed at Nazrul Mancha, Kolkata on Tuesday and later went to hotel where he fell ill. After he was brought to the hospital he was declared dead.
Krishnakumar Kunnath, is famous for his songs like Yaaron and Pal which became quite hit among the 90s kids. These songs were a must play during any school and college farewell events. Later he sang some of Bollywood biggest hits such as Tadap Tadap (Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam), Aankhon Mein Teri (Om Shanti Om), Dil Ibaadat (Tum Mile), Labon Ko (Bhool Bhulaiyaa). etc.
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KK was born in Delhi and released his first album , Pal in 1999. He was famous for his electric show. KK Instagram page was also sharing updates from his Kolkata concert where he last performed.
Minister Arup Biswas said about KK’s death, “Singer Anupam Roy called me up and said he is hearing something bad from the hospital. Then I contacted the hospital. They said he was brought dead. Then I rushed to the hospital.”
KK last performance video
In the viral video, KK is seen changing the lyrics of his famous song Pal to make it relatable to his Kolkata audience as he sings,
“Pal, ye hain Kolkata ke pal. chal, aa mere sang chal, soche kya, chhoti si zindagi. (This moment is the moment of Kolkata. Come, let’s walk with me. Why ponder. The life is too short.)”
This was #KK’s last performance! 💔
This song will live on forever! #RIPKK pic.twitter.com/0NJ72ryelA— Dhanraj Nathwani (@DhanrajNathwani) May 31, 2022
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Last Performance , Last Picture 💔
#KK #RIPKK pic.twitter.com/LOrqrZTsxB— Shubhankar Mishra (@shubhankrmishra) May 31, 2022
Actors, celebrities, political leaders shared their condolences on Twitter
Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. His songs reflected a wide range of emotions as struck a chord with people of all age groups. We will always remember him through his songs. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 31, 2022
Singer KK never smoked or drank! Led the most simple non controversial non media hyped life. Complete family man. Jab bhi mujhe mile he met with so much of love & kindness. God! Too unfair! OM SHANTI.
— RAHUL VAIDYA RKV (@rahulvaidya23) May 31, 2022
I can’t process this…
Utter Shock & Disbelief…
My Heart Is Crying…#RIPKK pic.twitter.com/RbXjZNo2hu
— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) May 31, 2022
The tears won’t stop. What a guy he was. What a voice, what a heart, what a human being. #KK is FOREVER!!!
— VISHAL DADLANI (@VishalDadlani) May 31, 2022
Black year for Indian music. Lata didi, bappi da, sidhu paaji and now KK sir. These losses.. all of them feel so personal.
— ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) May 31, 2022
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KK has recorded songs in several languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Telegu, Tamil and Kannada among others.
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