<p>It has been a little over a year since the world lost singer KK, but fans continue to remember him fondly for his immense contribution to the field of music in India. On Friday, Google celebrated the enduring legacy of the beloved singer with a special doodle.&nbsp;Born on August 23, 1968, Krishnakumar Kunnath or KK was raised in Delhi and was known for his soulful voice and romantic ballads.&nbsp;<br />
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KK's journey in music began after he graduated from Kirori Mal College at Delhi University. Before fully immersing himself in his passion for singing, he briefly explored a career in marketing.<br />
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His breakthrough came in 1994, when he submitted a demo tape that led to him performing commercial jingles, setting the stage for his illustrious career.<br />
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In 1999, KK marked his entry into Bollywood playback singing with the emotional track <em>Tadap Tadap&nbsp;</em>from the film <em>Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.</em>&nbsp;The song became an instant hit. The same year, he also reelased his debut solo album <em>Pal</em>- nearly three decades later, the album and its songs remain iconic.&nbsp;<br />
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The album's title song and '<em>Yaaron</em>' became timeless anthems of friendship and nostalgia, connecting with audiences across various generations.</p>

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Throughout his remarkable career, KK showcased his versatility, lending his voice to over 500 Hindi songs and more than 200 tracks in regional languages such as Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam.</p>

<p>Additionally, he recorded around 3,500 jingles in 11 languages, cementing his reputation as one of India's most prolific playback singers.</p>

<p>KK received numerous accolades, including six nominations for the prestigious Filmfare Awards and two Star Screen Awards.</p>

<p>His ability to convey profound emotions through music left a lasting impact on listeners, solidifying his status as one of the country's most talented artists.</p>

<p>Tragically, KK passed away after delivering a final performance in Kolkata. In honour of his contributions to Indian music, a statue was erected in the city where he last performed, celebrating the unforgettable legacy he left behind.&nbsp;<br />
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It has been a little over a year since the world lost singer KK, but fans continue to remember him fondly for his immense contribution to the field of music in India.

It has been a little over a year since the world lost singer KK, but fans continue to remember him fondly for his immense contribution to the field of music in India. On Friday, Google celebrated the enduring legacy of the beloved singer with a special doodle. Born on August 23, 1968, Krishnakumar Kunnath or KK was raised in Delhi and was known for his soulful voice and romantic ballads. KK's journey in music began after he graduated from Kirori Mal College at Delhi University. Before fully immersing himself in his passion for singing, he briefly explored a career in marketing. His breakthrough came in 1994, when he submitted a demo tape that led to him performing commercial jingles, setting the stage for his illustrious career. In 1999, KK marked his entry into Bollywood playback singing with the emotional track Tadap Tadap from the film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. The song became an instant hit. The same year, he also reelased his debut solo album Pal- nearly three decades later, the album and its songs remain iconic. The album's title song and 'Yaaron' became timeless anthems of friendship and nostalgia, connecting with audiences across various generations. Throughout his remarkable career, KK showcased his versatility, lending his voice to over 500 Hindi songs and more than 200 tracks in regional languages such as Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam. Additionally, he recorded around 3,500 jingles in 11 languages, cementing his reputation as one of India's most prolific playback singers. KK received numerous accolades, including six nominations for the prestigious Filmfare Awards and two Star Screen Awards. His ability to convey profound emotions through music left a lasting impact on listeners, solidifying his status as one of the country's most talented artists. Tragically, KK passed away after delivering a final performance in Kolkata. In honour of his contributions to Indian music, a statue was erected in the city where he last performed, celebrating the unforgettable legacy he left behind. (With agency inputs)

Google doodle gives tribute to the iconic singer KK 

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<p>A teenager born in 2009 opened fire at his elementary school in the Serbian capital Belgrade on Wednesday, killing eight children and a school guard. The teenager, identified by his initials KK,&nbsp;also wounded six more children and a teacher.&nbsp;The 13-year-old teen had made a 'kill list' for the Serbia school attack, according to reports. This included the names of children who he had planned to target and also details on which classrooms he would go into first.</p>

<p>Serbia's Ministry of Internal Affairs said in a statement on Facebook that it was informed at 8:40 a.m. local time that a school shooting had occurred at the Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School in Vračar, an upscale area of the Serbian capital.</p>

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<p>Security in the surrounding region was beefed up and officers in helmets and bulletproof vests cordoned off the area around the school.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An investigation into the motive behind the incident is currently underway. The police later said that the shooter had a 'detailed' plan and list of people he&nbsp;wanted to kill.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is KK?</strong></h2>

<p>KK is a seventh-grade student at Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School in the Serbian capital Belgrade's upscale neighbourhood of Vračar. KK&nbsp;reportedly opened fire from his father's weapon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>KK&nbsp;was seen being removed from the scene with his head covered as officers led him to a police vehicle parked in the street.&nbsp;</p>

<p>KK&nbsp;was described by a witness as a "quiet guy" who "looked nice".</p>

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<p>"He was having good grades, but we didn’t know much about him,” the student, who heard the shooting, told Associated Press. "He was not so open with everybody. Surely I wasn't expecting this to happen."</p>

<p>Serbia has very strict gun laws but gun ownership in the country is among the highest in Europe. Unlike in the United States, mass shootings in Serbia and in the wider Balkan region are extremely rare. None were reported at schools in recent years. In the last mass shooting, a Balkan war veteran in 2013 killed 13 people in a central Serbian village.</p>

<p>The western Balkans are awash with hundreds of thousands of illegal weapons following wars and unrest in the 1990s. In 2019, it was estimated that there are 39.1 firearms per 100 people in Serbia.</p>

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A teenager born in 2009 opened fire at his elementary school in the Serbian capital Belgrade on Wednesday, killing eight children and a school guard. The teenager, identified by his initials KK, also wounded six more children and a teacher.

A teenager born in 2009 opened fire at his elementary school in the Serbian capital Belgrade on Wednesday, killing eight children and a school guard. The teenager, identified by his initials KK, also wounded six more children and a teacher. The 13-year-old teen had made a 'kill list' for the Serbia school attack, according to reports. This included the names of children who he had planned to target and also details on which classrooms he would go into first. Serbia's Ministry of Internal Affairs said in a statement on Facebook that it was informed at 8:40 a.m. local time that a school shooting had occurred at the Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School in Vračar, an upscale area of the Serbian capital. ALSO READ | Serbia school shooting: At least nine people killed, including eight students Security in the surrounding region was beefed up and officers in helmets and bulletproof vests cordoned off the area around the school. An investigation into the motive behind the incident is currently underway. The police later said that the shooter had a 'detailed' plan and list of people he wanted to kill. Who is KK? KK is a seventh-grade student at Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School in the Serbian capital Belgrade's upscale neighbourhood of Vračar. KK reportedly opened fire from his father's weapon. KK was seen being removed from the scene with his head covered as officers led him to a police vehicle parked in the street. KK was described by a witness as a "quiet guy" who "looked nice". ALSO WATCH | Tensions between Serbia and Kosovo erupt once more over licence plates × "He was having good grades, but we didn’t know much about him,” the student, who heard the shooting, told Associated Press. "He was not so open with everybody. Surely I wasn't expecting this to happen." Serbia has very strict gun laws but gun ownership in the country is among the highest in Europe. Unlike in the United States, mass shootings in Serbia and in the wider Balkan region are extremely rare. None were reported at schools in recent years. In the last mass shooting, a Balkan war veteran in 2013 killed 13 people in a central Serbian village. The western Balkans are awash with hundreds of thousands of illegal weapons following wars and unrest in the 1990s. In 2019, it was estimated that there are 39.1 firearms per 100 people in Serbia. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The recent spate of celebrity deaths in India due to heart diseases has raised concerns. Some prominent faces from showbiz including actors Siddharth Shukla, Puneeth Rajkumar, Chiranjeevi Sarja and singer KK have all died due to heart-related ailments in the past year. All these celebs were known for their healthy lifestyle and yet died of heart-related ailments. With increasing hours in front of laptops and stress at work, here's how you can keep your heart healthy.

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<p>Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness. Doctors declared him dead as he was brought to the hospital.&nbsp;<br />
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Now, the final autopsy states that 'myocardial infarction' was the cause of the singer's death.<br />
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As per the final post-mortem report, cholesterol accumulation narrowed the posterior intramuscular artery to a great extent which affected the pumping of blood by the heart. There were blockages in the coronary artery as well.<br />
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Sources in Kolkata Police said that they had taken up the investigation by filing an FIR relating to an unnatural death.<br />
"But after the preliminary and final post mortem reports, as well as the chemical analysis report, the theory of unnatural death can be ruled out now," said an official.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/remembering-kk-with-his-death-an-entire-generations-childhood-is-lost-483986">Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost&nbsp;</a><br />
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KK performed at the city's Nazrul Mancha on Tuesday and videos show him complaining of feeling hot and uneasy inside the packed auditorium. Eyewitnesses state that the air conditioning of the hall was not working and it had more people inside than the permissible limit.&nbsp;</p>

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Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness.

Singer KK's sudden death on May 31 left the entire nation in shock. The popular Bollywood singer died hours after performing in Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha on May 31 after complaining of uneasiness. Doctors declared him dead as he was brought to the hospital. Now, the final autopsy states that 'myocardial infarction' was the cause of the singer's death. As per the final post-mortem report, cholesterol accumulation narrowed the posterior intramuscular artery to a great extent which affected the pumping of blood by the heart. There were blockages in the coronary artery as well. Sources in Kolkata Police said that they had taken up the investigation by filing an FIR relating to an unnatural death. "But after the preliminary and final post mortem reports, as well as the chemical analysis report, the theory of unnatural death can be ruled out now," said an official. Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost KK performed at the city's Nazrul Mancha on Tuesday and videos show him complaining of feeling hot and uneasy inside the packed auditorium. Eyewitnesses state that the air conditioning of the hall was not working and it had more people inside than the permissible limit. Singer KK’s funeral: Shreya Ghoshal, Ritesh Deshmukh & others attend late musician's last rites

Late singer KK's autopsy report states he had blockages in his arteries

<p>Music maestro AR Rahman took a moment to pay his respect to the musicians who lost their lives lately -- especially KK. "Musicians take you on another space, so I am really sad about losing Lata Ji, KK, SP Balasubrahmanyam...the list goes on but I think the world is societal...keep going on," Rahman told media during IIFA 2022 Rocks in Abu Dhabi on Friday.</p>

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<p>Rahman reacted to the unfortunate incident on his social media as well. “Dear KK ..what’s the hurry buddy... gifted singers and artists like you made this life more bearable..#RIPKK," he wrote.</p>

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<p>Krishnakumar Kunnath, known by his stage name KK, passed away on May 31 at the age of 53. The singer fell ill while performing at an event in Kolkata and was brought to the CMRI hospital, where he was declared dead.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>KK started his journey in the Tamil industry with Rahman only. He lent his voice to ‘Kalluri Saaley’ from the movie ‘Kadhal Desam’.<br />
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Music maestro AR Rahman took a moment to pay his respect to the musicians who lost their lives lately -- especially KK. "Musicians take you on another space, so I am really sad about losing Lata Ji, KK, SP Balasubrahmanyam.

Music maestro AR Rahman took a moment to pay his respect to the musicians who lost their lives lately -- especially KK. "Musicians take you on another space, so I am really sad about losing Lata Ji, KK, SP Balasubrahmanyam...the list goes on but I think the world is societal...keep going on," Rahman told media during IIFA 2022 Rocks in Abu Dhabi on Friday. #WATCH | Music maestro AR Rahman at #IIFARocks2022 said, "Musicians take you on another space, so I am really sad about losing Lata Ji, KK, SP Balasubrahmanyam...the list goes on but I think the world is societal...keep going on." pic.twitter.com/5gVUQhzAJv — ANI (@ANI) June 3, 2022 × Rahman reacted to the unfortunate incident on his social media as well. “Dear KK ..what’s the hurry buddy... gifted singers and artists like you made this life more bearable..#RIPKK," he wrote. See Rahman's post:- Dear KK ..what’s the hurry buddy ..gifted singers and artists like you made this life more bearable..#RIPKK — A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) June 1, 2022 × Krishnakumar Kunnath, known by his stage name KK, passed away on May 31 at the age of 53. The singer fell ill while performing at an event in Kolkata and was brought to the CMRI hospital, where he was declared dead. Also Read: IIFA 2022: 'Suzhal – The Vortex' to premiere globally on Amazon prime video KK started his journey in the Tamil industry with Rahman only. He lent his voice to ‘Kalluri Saaley’ from the movie ‘Kadhal Desam’.

‘It's cruel': AR Rahman remembers KK at IIFA Rocks 2022

Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, has died at the age of 53. The singer had performed to an audience in Kolkata a little over an hour before he was declared brought dead to a hospital. India remembers KK as the man with a magical voice. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Indian singer KK dies at 53

<p>Popular Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, well known as&nbsp;KK, has been laid to rest in presence of his family, and friends on Thursday. The last rights were performed in Versova Hindu Cemetary, Mumbai.&nbsp;<br />
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The singer passed away on May 31 in Kolkata, India. His tragic demise has sent shockwaves around the country. The singer fell ill after his live concert and was taken to hospital where he was declared dead. KK has reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest.</p>

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His mortal remains were brought to Mumbai on Wednesday night.&nbsp;<br />
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Many prominent personalities from the industry and the late singer's friends attended the funeral and paid respect to the incredible singer.&nbsp;Late singer long time collaborator, Shreya Ghoshal, singer Alka Yagnik, Papon, Javed Akhtar, and music directors Shankar Mahadevan and Salim Merchant were among the attendees.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/armaan-malik-questions-mismanagement-of-concerts-after-kks-death-calls-for-right-conditions-to-perform-484157" hreflang="en">Armaan Malik questions mismanagement of concerts after KK’s death, calls for ‘right conditions to perform’</a></p>

<p>KK was one of the most versatile singers in the Indian cinema industry, having recorded songs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali, among other languages. He is most known for songs such as 'Zindagi Do Pal Ki'&nbsp;from Kites, 'Aankhon Mein Teri'&nbsp;from Om Shanti Om, 'Khuda Jaane'&nbsp;from Bachna Ae Haseeno, and 'Tadap Tadap'&nbsp;from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, to name a few.&nbsp;</p>

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Popular Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, well known as KK, has been laid to rest in presence of his family, and friends on Thursday. The last rights were performed in Versova Hindu Cemetary, Mumbai.

Popular Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, well known as KK, has been laid to rest in presence of his family, and friends on Thursday. The last rights were performed in Versova Hindu Cemetary, Mumbai. The singer passed away on May 31 in Kolkata, India. His tragic demise has sent shockwaves around the country. The singer fell ill after his live concert and was taken to hospital where he was declared dead. KK has reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest. Singer KK’s funeral: Shreya Ghoshal, Ritesh Deshmukh & others attend late musician's last rites His mortal remains were brought to Mumbai on Wednesday night. Many prominent personalities from the industry and the late singer's friends attended the funeral and paid respect to the incredible singer. Late singer long time collaborator, Shreya Ghoshal, singer Alka Yagnik, Papon, Javed Akhtar, and music directors Shankar Mahadevan and Salim Merchant were among the attendees. Armaan Malik questions mismanagement of concerts after KK’s death, calls for ‘right conditions to perform’ KK was one of the most versatile singers in the Indian cinema industry, having recorded songs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali, among other languages. He is most known for songs such as 'Zindagi Do Pal Ki' from Kites, 'Aankhon Mein Teri' from Om Shanti Om, 'Khuda Jaane' from Bachna Ae Haseeno, and 'Tadap Tadap' from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, to name a few. (With inputs from the agency)

Singer KK laid to rest in Mumbai, family & friends bid tearful goodbye

Singer KK’s funeral: Shreya Ghoshal, Ritesh Deshmukh & others attend late musician's last rites

<p>New details of Bollywood singer KK's tragic death are coming to light. A video of the singer is being widely circulated on social media that show KK looking unwell during his Kolkata concert on Tuesday evening.&nbsp;<br />
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The singer complained of uneasiness and chest pain and was rushed to a hospital where he was declared brought dead- hours after he performed to a packed audience at Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha.<br />
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A video shows the singer taking a break and wiping his face as he was sweating profusely. A voice in the background can be heard saying, "Bahut zyada garam hai (it is very hot)."</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-kks-last-performance-before-his-untimely-death-leaves-us-in-tears-483946" hreflang="en">Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears</a></strong></p>

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<p>The cause of the singer's death is unknown so far and his body has been sent for post mortem. The Kolkata police has registered a case of unnatural death, sources have said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/singer-kk-passes-away-after-concert-in-kolkata-report-483932" hreflang="en">SHOCKING!! Iconic Indian singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata</a></strong><br />
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Many on social media are questioning the organisers as they allege that the auditorium, situated in South Kolkata, has a capacity to host 2400 people. Many claim,&nbsp; that on Tuesday night, the closed auditorium had many more people than the permissible limit.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/remembering-kk-with-his-death-an-entire-generations-childhood-is-lost-483986" hreflang="en"><strong>Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost&nbsp;</strong></a><br />
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New details of Bollywood singer KK's tragic death are coming to light. A video of the singer is being widely circulated on social media that show KK looking unwell during his Kolkata concert on Tuesday evening.

New details of Bollywood singer KK's tragic death are coming to light. A video of the singer is being widely circulated on social media that show KK looking unwell during his Kolkata concert on Tuesday evening. The singer complained of uneasiness and chest pain and was rushed to a hospital where he was declared brought dead- hours after he performed to a packed audience at Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha. A video shows the singer taking a break and wiping his face as he was sweating profusely. A voice in the background can be heard saying, "Bahut zyada garam hai (it is very hot)." Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears AC wasn't working at Nazrul Mancha. he performed their and complained abt it bcoz he was sweating so badly..it wasnt an open auditorium. watch it closely u can see the way he was sweating, closed auditorium, over crowded, Legend had to go due to authority's negligence. Not KK pic.twitter.com/EgwLD7f2hW — WE जय (@Omnipresent090) May 31, 2022 × The cause of the singer's death is unknown so far and his body has been sent for post mortem. The Kolkata police has registered a case of unnatural death, sources have said. SHOCKING!! Iconic Indian singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata Many on social media are questioning the organisers as they allege that the auditorium, situated in South Kolkata, has a capacity to host 2400 people. Many claim, that on Tuesday night, the closed auditorium had many more people than the permissible limit. Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost The 53-year-old singer was rushed to CMRI hospital after he fell ill. Doctors there declared him dead.

Video shows KK asking about the air conditioning inside the auditorium mid-concert in Kolkata

Fans across the world are moaning the loss of popular Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath better known as KK. The singer died in Kolkata on Tuesday night, he was only 53 years old. KK was feeling unwell after reaching his hotel following a performance at a concert in the evening.

Indian Singer KK no more, dies of heart attack at 53

<p>There are some artists whose death seems personal. On Tuesday evening, when Bollywood singer KK died of a heart attack, it seemed a long lost friend had left without giving a notice.</p>

<p>A few years back, India had felt the same when actor par excellence Irrfan Khan breathed his last. In Irrfan's case, the actor had been battling cancer for the past year and some may have seen the inevitable end nearing yet when he left, it felt like someone had ripped a part of one's heart and taken it away.</p>

<p>In KK's case, the pain seems more brutal as the news of his death came all of a sudden. He had performed to a packed auditorium in Kolkata hours before his death.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Born Krishnakumar Kunnath, to Malayali parents in New Delhi in 1968, KK studied throughout in Delhi. He started his career in music by singing jingles for numerous ads. His first break came for Tamil cinema when he collaborated with AR Rahman for the film Kadhal Desam and then "Strawberry Kannae" &nbsp;for Minsara Kanavu . In Bollywood, he sang for Vishal Bhardwaj in Gulzar's 'Maachis' . The song 'Chhod Aaye Hum' had KK singing with stalwarts like Hariharan and Suresh Wadekar who were known to sing the classical based melodies in Hindi cinema in the 1990s.</p>

<p>KK, though, tasted success in 1999 when Sony Music came to India and launched KK's solo album in a bid to promote newer artists in the music industry. 'Pal' - KK's solo album became an instant hit among the youth. Songs like 'Aap Ki Duan', 'Pal' and 'Yaron' became instant classics. So much so, that the songs became an anthem of sorts on friendships and love for an entire generation in India. Nearly three decades later, 'Yaaron' and 'Pal' remain the go-to songs on friendship and love and are often played in college and school farewells across India.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>The same year, KK also delivered a song for those nursing a heartbreak. Composed by Ismail Merchant for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' the song 'Tadap Tadap' pierced through one's heart for its music, words and its soulful rendition by KK. The song was pathbreaking. It showcased KK's versatility, his range, and his ability to take the song to a crescendo that was seldom heard in Bollywood melodies at that time. It also helped that it was shot beautifully on Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai who played tragic lovers dealing with a terrible heartbreak.</p>

<p>There was no looking back for the singer after this. KK made us all transition to the 2000s with the ultimate party song of that time, 'Koi Kahe Kehta Rahe' from the now-iconic film 'Dil Chahta Hai'. The film and the song defined the generation of that time- carefree and adventurous- and along with Shankar Mahadevan, KK took the song to a level that was unheard of at that time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A lot of KK's success in the late 1990s and 2000s had to do with his clean voice. He came at a time when Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan dominated the Indian playback industry. While both the singers enjoyed immense popularity, they were often compared to the veterans Kishore Kumar and Mohammad Rafi and their styles. KK's voice was young, powerful and unique- the songs he was made to sing at that time connected with the youth more than Sanu and Narayan who were liked by the older generation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Everyone has a KK favourite song. Everyone has a personal memory attached to KK's hits. If 'Yaaron' was a song celebrating friendship, 'Sach Keh Raha Hai Dil' was a song for heartbreak. For serenading your love there was 'Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai', and for farewells, there was the haunting 'Alvida' where the singer's range was so brilliantly showcased. Composed by Pritam for the film 'Life In A Metro', 'Alvida' begins on the lower scale with KK almost humming the first few lines, but eventually, the notes take flight and the singer's powerful voice peaks at higher notes making the listener feel the pain of parting.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>For every emotion, KK's song was the perfect balm, the antidote. Perhaps that's why KK's death has left everyone feeling empty. It is like a part of childhood that has been rudely snatched away.</p>

<p>His songs were for you when you needed motivation when you needed to weep alone when you wanted to be intimate with your love. His voice seemed that personal, like an extension of oneself but perhaps more melodious and soulful.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is no mean feat to stay relevant for the younger generation for over two decades. At a time, when reality shows are churning out singers by the dozen, KK connected with his audience- especially the youth- with his melodies- a fact that can be testified by his performance in Kolkata on Tuesday night, hours before his death. Videos circulating on social media show him singing his classic 'Pal' to a packed audience- mostly comprising of Millenials- before he fell sick and died of a cardiac arrest.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-kks-last-performance-before-his-untimely-death-leaves-us-in-tears-483946" hreflang="en">Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears</a></strong></p>

<p>It is also perhaps the most befitting way to go- crooning a song that made him a star amidst his fans and bowing out with a bang. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Go well KK, you will live in our memories with your voice.&nbsp;</p>


There are some artists whose death seems personal. On Tuesday evening, when Bollywood singer KK died of a heart attack, it seemed a long lost friend had left without giving a notice.

There are some artists whose death seems personal. On Tuesday evening, when Bollywood singer KK died of a heart attack, it seemed a long lost friend had left without giving a notice. A few years back, India had felt the same when actor par excellence Irrfan Khan breathed his last. In Irrfan's case, the actor had been battling cancer for the past year and some may have seen the inevitable end nearing yet when he left, it felt like someone had ripped a part of one's heart and taken it away. In KK's case, the pain seems more brutal as the news of his death came all of a sudden. He had performed to a packed auditorium in Kolkata hours before his death. Born Krishnakumar Kunnath, to Malayali parents in New Delhi in 1968, KK studied throughout in Delhi. He started his career in music by singing jingles for numerous ads. His first break came for Tamil cinema when he collaborated with AR Rahman for the film Kadhal Desam and then "Strawberry Kannae" for Minsara Kanavu . In Bollywood, he sang for Vishal Bhardwaj in Gulzar's 'Maachis' . The song 'Chhod Aaye Hum' had KK singing with stalwarts like Hariharan and Suresh Wadekar who were known to sing the classical based melodies in Hindi cinema in the 1990s. KK, though, tasted success in 1999 when Sony Music came to India and launched KK's solo album in a bid to promote newer artists in the music industry. 'Pal' - KK's solo album became an instant hit among the youth. Songs like 'Aap Ki Duan', 'Pal' and 'Yaron' became instant classics. So much so, that the songs became an anthem of sorts on friendships and love for an entire generation in India. Nearly three decades later, 'Yaaron' and 'Pal' remain the go-to songs on friendship and love and are often played in college and school farewells across India. The same year, KK also delivered a song for those nursing a heartbreak. Composed by Ismail Merchant for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' the song 'Tadap Tadap' pierced through one's heart for its music, words and its soulful rendition by KK. The song was pathbreaking. It showcased KK's versatility, his range, and his ability to take the song to a crescendo that was seldom heard in Bollywood melodies at that time. It also helped that it was shot beautifully on Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai who played tragic lovers dealing with a terrible heartbreak. There was no looking back for the singer after this. KK made us all transition to the 2000s with the ultimate party song of that time, 'Koi Kahe Kehta Rahe' from the now-iconic film 'Dil Chahta Hai'. The film and the song defined the generation of that time- carefree and adventurous- and along with Shankar Mahadevan, KK took the song to a level that was unheard of at that time. A lot of KK's success in the late 1990s and 2000s had to do with his clean voice. He came at a time when Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan dominated the Indian playback industry. While both the singers enjoyed immense popularity, they were often compared to the veterans Kishore Kumar and Mohammad Rafi and their styles. KK's voice was young, powerful and unique- the songs he was made to sing at that time connected with the youth more than Sanu and Narayan who were liked by the older generation. Everyone has a KK favourite song. Everyone has a personal memory attached to KK's hits. If 'Yaaron' was a song celebrating friendship, 'Sach Keh Raha Hai Dil' was a song for heartbreak. For serenading your love there was 'Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai', and for farewells, there was the haunting 'Alvida' where the singer's range was so brilliantly showcased. Composed by Pritam for the film 'Life In A Metro', 'Alvida' begins on the lower scale with KK almost humming the first few lines, but eventually, the notes take flight and the singer's powerful voice peaks at higher notes making the listener feel the pain of parting. For every emotion, KK's song was the perfect balm, the antidote. Perhaps that's why KK's death has left everyone feeling empty. It is like a part of childhood that has been rudely snatched away. His songs were for you when you needed motivation when you needed to weep alone when you wanted to be intimate with your love. His voice seemed that personal, like an extension of oneself but perhaps more melodious and soulful. It is no mean feat to stay relevant for the younger generation for over two decades. At a time, when reality shows are churning out singers by the dozen, KK connected with his audience- especially the youth- with his melodies- a fact that can be testified by his performance in Kolkata on Tuesday night, hours before his death. Videos circulating on social media show him singing his classic 'Pal' to a packed audience- mostly comprising of Millenials- before he fell sick and died of a cardiac arrest. Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears It is also perhaps the most befitting way to go- crooning a song that made him a star amidst his fans and bowing out with a bang. Go well KK, you will live in our memories with your voice.

Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost 

<p>Internet is saddened by the news of singer KK's demise. Several celebrities and fans took to social media to offer their condolences to the late legendary singer. Meanwhile, expressing grief, singer-musician Armaan Malik has called 2022 a' black year' for the Indian music industry, referring to the loss of Lata Mangeshkar, Bappi Lahiri, Sidhu Moose Wala and now KK, in this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to his Twitter account, Armaan raised questions regarding mismanagement in music concerts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Concerts in India need better mgmt, medical &amp; emergency facilities. I’ve seen and been part of far too many shows that don’t serve the right conditions for us to perform in. But yet, being the artists we are, we continue with performing coz we don’t wanna disappoint our fans," Armaan wrote.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/indian-music-fraternity-remembers-kk-tribute-and-condolences-pour-in-484025" hreflang="en">Indian music fraternity remembers KK, tribute and condolences pour-in</a></strong></p>

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<p>"Extremely sad and devastated. Another shocking loss for all of us. Can’t believe our KK sir is no more… what is even happening. I can’t take it anymore," the singer wrote, condoning the singer’s demise.&nbsp;&nbsp;He further went on to write about what artists go through just to do what they love and present to the audience the music they keep close to their hearts and enjoy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/remembering-kk-with-his-death-an-entire-generations-childhood-is-lost-483986">Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>A Twitter user replied to Armaan and questioned why don't the artists ask for better facilities in the contracts they sign. "Armaan Malik, you guys give money to talent agencies as they make business out of you, why cant you put a condition in contract about having an Ambulance, a good Dr and other basic facilities always with you , it's a must , we can't keep losing singers like this."</p>

<p>In response to the user’s comment, Armaan, said: "FYI many artists don’t even have show contracts w promoters &amp; if they are at a level where they do &amp; they were properly followed we wouldn’t have to see a day like this. When artists stick to their contracts and don’t budge, promoters say ‘attitude bahut hai, maangein toh dekho’ (promoters say, ‘You have a lot of attitude, look at the demands)."<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/kolkata-bids-farewell-to-kk-with-gun-salute-mamata-banerjee-offers-floral-tribute-484101" hreflang="en">Kolkata bids farewell to KK with gun salute, Mamata Banerjee offers floral tribute</a></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">FYI many artists don’t even have show contracts w promoters &amp; if they are at a level where they do &amp; they were properly followed we wouldn’t have to see a day like this. When artists stick to their contracts and don’t budge, promoters say ‘attitude bahut hai, maangein toh dekho’. <a href="https://t.co/ZzUMuhoK60">https://t.co/ZzUMuhoK60</a></p>
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<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/singer-kks-wife-and-children-reach-kolkata-head-to-the-hospital-first-484058">Singer KK's wife and children reach Kolkata, head to the hospital first&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>"And henceforth that artist is not booked and then his live business suffers (which is the main income for any artist in this country) coz we don’t make money singing songs. Guess you didn’t know that either. We would all want these facilities for our shows, do we get them? NO," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Soon after Armaan posted the tweets, people supported the singer and expressed their views regarding the matter.</p>

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They perform more than 2hr. And giving there best. Medical and emergency facilities are important that would be there first choice to treat the artist good :) <a href="https://t.co/s02ARMUI1S">https://t.co/s02ARMUI1S</a></p>
— Yashashvi || #WHENRAVAL ? (@yasvi_drdz) <a href="https://twitter.com/yasvi_drdz/status/1531911010117750784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2022</a></blockquote>
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And to all the Artists, please please take care of yourself first, fans who love you will understand. <a href="https://t.co/ZcMg9JVhpn">https://t.co/ZcMg9JVhpn</a></p>
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Management should improve their facilities . When one is giving all his/her 100% to play their part , you too should know your responsibilities &amp; serve them right condition to perform 🙃🙏 <a href="https://t.co/rrCX5CNFFf">https://t.co/rrCX5CNFFf</a></p>
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<p>According to reports, KK suffered a heart attack hours after his live performance. He was feeling unwell and was profusely sweating on stage while performing. Another report said that the auditorium was overcrowded. People have blamed the organisers for KK’s condition as the venue had a capacity of only 2,400 people while 7000 attended it.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-shows-kk-asking-about-the-air-conditioning-inside-the-auditorium-mid-concert-in-kolkata-484007" hreflang="en">Video shows KK asking about the air conditioning inside the auditorium mid-concert in Kolkata</a></p>

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Internet is saddened by the news of singer KK's demise. Several celebrities and fans took to social media to offer their condolences to the late legendary singer.

Internet is saddened by the news of singer KK's demise. Several celebrities and fans took to social media to offer their condolences to the late legendary singer. Meanwhile, expressing grief, singer-musician Armaan Malik has called 2022 a' black year' for the Indian music industry, referring to the loss of Lata Mangeshkar, Bappi Lahiri, Sidhu Moose Wala and now KK, in this year. Taking to his Twitter account, Armaan raised questions regarding mismanagement in music concerts. "Concerts in India need better mgmt, medical & emergency facilities. I’ve seen and been part of far too many shows that don’t serve the right conditions for us to perform in. But yet, being the artists we are, we continue with performing coz we don’t wanna disappoint our fans," Armaan wrote. Indian music fraternity remembers KK, tribute and condolences pour-in Concerts in India need better mgmt, medical & emergency facilities. I’ve seen and been part of far too many shows that don’t serve the right conditions for us to perform in. But yet, being the artists we are, we continue with performing coz we don’t wanna disappoint our fans. — ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) June 1, 2022 × "Extremely sad and devastated. Another shocking loss for all of us. Can’t believe our KK sir is no more… what is even happening. I can’t take it anymore," the singer wrote, condoning the singer’s demise. He further went on to write about what artists go through just to do what they love and present to the audience the music they keep close to their hearts and enjoy. Also Read: Remembering KK: With his death, an entire generation's childhood is lost A Twitter user replied to Armaan and questioned why don't the artists ask for better facilities in the contracts they sign. "Armaan Malik, you guys give money to talent agencies as they make business out of you, why cant you put a condition in contract about having an Ambulance, a good Dr and other basic facilities always with you , it's a must , we can't keep losing singers like this." In response to the user’s comment, Armaan, said: "FYI many artists don’t even have show contracts w promoters & if they are at a level where they do & they were properly followed we wouldn’t have to see a day like this. When artists stick to their contracts and don’t budge, promoters say ‘attitude bahut hai, maangein toh dekho’ (promoters say, ‘You have a lot of attitude, look at the demands)." Kolkata bids farewell to KK with gun salute, Mamata Banerjee offers floral tribute FYI many artists don’t even have show contracts w promoters & if they are at a level where they do & they were properly followed we wouldn’t have to see a day like this. When artists stick to their contracts and don’t budge, promoters say ‘attitude bahut hai, maangein toh dekho’. https://t.co/ZzUMuhoK60 — ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) June 1, 2022 × Also Read: Singer KK's wife and children reach Kolkata, head to the hospital first "And henceforth that artist is not booked and then his live business suffers (which is the main income for any artist in this country) coz we don’t make money singing songs. Guess you didn’t know that either. We would all want these facilities for our shows, do we get them? NO," he added. Soon after Armaan posted the tweets, people supported the singer and expressed their views regarding the matter. See reactions:- After this all i hope they take some actions and maintain right facilities. Performing on stage is not easy. They perform more than 2hr. And giving there best. Medical and emergency facilities are important that would be there first choice to treat the artist good :) https://t.co/s02ARMUI1S — Yashashvi || #WHENRAVAL ? (@yasvi_drdz) June 1, 2022 × Please it needs to be taken care of. Too much ignorance has been observed. And what happened yesterday was the last straw. And to all the Artists, please please take care of yourself first, fans who love you will understand. https://t.co/ZcMg9JVhpn — trusfrated⁷(Taylor's version) (@borafiedswiftie) June 1, 2022 × Please - Management should improve their facilities . When one is giving all his/her 100% to play their part , you too should know your responsibilities & serve them right condition to perform 🙃🙏 https://t.co/rrCX5CNFFf — Nehaa 🏠💙 | When Raval ? (@Nehaa_drdz) June 1, 2022 × According to reports, KK suffered a heart attack hours after his live performance. He was feeling unwell and was profusely sweating on stage while performing. Another report said that the auditorium was overcrowded. People have blamed the organisers for KK’s condition as the venue had a capacity of only 2,400 people while 7000 attended it. Video shows KK asking about the air conditioning inside the auditorium mid-concert in Kolkata

Armaan Malik questions mismanagement of concerts after KK’s death, calls for ‘right conditions to perform’

<p>Singer KK has passed away. The incredible singer who sang unforgettable numbers like 'Yaaron' has passed away after a concert in Kolkata. He was 53.</p>

<p>Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK leaves a rich musical legacy that perhaps represented coming of age of an entire generation. He wasn't a Kishore Kumar or even a Sonu Nigam, but KK had his own niche, his own domain of which only he was the king.</p>

<p>It has been learnt that KK felt sick while he was performing.</p>

<p>After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness.&nbsp;The uneasiness was reportedly due to cardiac arrest.&nbsp;He was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead.</p>

<p><strong>India singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata</strong></p>

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<p>West Bengal Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Arup Biswas told mediapersons that the body has been sent for post-mortem.</p>

<p>"His family members have been informed. They are likely to reach Kolkata on Wednesday morning," Biswas said. Biswas was quoted by news agency IANS.</p>

<p><strong>Video: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-kks-last-performance-before-his-untimely-death-leaves-us-in-tears-483946">KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears</a></strong><br />
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He sang many, many songs which still embody the vibe of 90s and 2000s but if there is to be one song that would come to represent KK it would be 'Yaaron'. The unforgettable and iconic song from coming-of-age movie 'Rockford' (1999) is an anthem of love, anthem of friendship sure to remain etched in memory for decades to come.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to remember the iconic singer.</p>

<p>"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," tweeted Modi.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">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.</p>
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<p>"I can’t process this…Utter Shock &amp; Disbelief…My Heart Is Crying…," tweeted Adnan Sami.</p>

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Utter Shock &amp; Disbelief…<br />
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My Heart Is Crying…<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RIPKK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RIPKK</a> <a href="https://t.co/RbXjZNo2hu">pic.twitter.com/RbXjZNo2hu</a></p>
— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdnanSamiLive/status/1531706176601133057?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 31, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar paid tribute to the departed singer</p>

<p>"Extremely sad and shocked to know of the sad demise of KK. What a loss! Om Shanti," he tweeted.</p>

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Singer KK has passed away. The incredible singer who sang unforgettable numbers like 'Yaaron' has passed away after a concert in Kolkata. He was 53. Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK leaves a rich musical legacy that perhaps represented coming of age of an entire generation.

Singer KK has passed away. The incredible singer who sang unforgettable numbers like 'Yaaron' has passed away after a concert in Kolkata. He was 53. Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK leaves a rich musical legacy that perhaps represented coming of age of an entire generation. He wasn't a Kishore Kumar or even a Sonu Nigam, but KK had his own niche, his own domain of which only he was the king. It has been learnt that KK felt sick while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness. The uneasiness was reportedly due to cardiac arrest. He was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead. India singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata × West Bengal Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Arup Biswas told mediapersons that the body has been sent for post-mortem. "His family members have been informed. They are likely to reach Kolkata on Wednesday morning," Biswas said. Biswas was quoted by news agency IANS. Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears He sang many, many songs which still embody the vibe of 90s and 2000s but if there is to be one song that would come to represent KK it would be 'Yaaron'. The unforgettable and iconic song from coming-of-age movie 'Rockford' (1999) is an anthem of love, anthem of friendship sure to remain etched in memory for decades to come. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to remember the iconic singer. "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," tweeted Modi. 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 × "I can’t process this…Utter Shock & Disbelief…My Heart Is Crying…," tweeted Adnan Sami. I can’t process this… Utter Shock & Disbelief… My Heart Is Crying…#RIPKK pic.twitter.com/RbXjZNo2hu — Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) May 31, 2022 × Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar paid tribute to the departed singer "Extremely sad and shocked to know of the sad demise of KK. What a loss! Om Shanti," he tweeted. Extremely sad and shocked to know of the sad demise of KK. What a loss! Om Shanti 🙏🏻 — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) May 31, 2022 × "One of the most humble, gentle, pure human being I have met in my life. God’s dear child was sent to spread love in the lives of millions of fans, friends and colleagues. Now God needed him back? So soon?! Cruel!! Cant imagine what his family is going through," tweeted singer Shreya Ghoshal. One of the most humble, gentle, pure human being I have met in my life. God’s dear child was sent to spread love in the lives of millions of fans, friends and colleagues. Now God needed him back? So soon?! Cruel!! Cant imagine what his family is going through. pic.twitter.com/AwDqAGnT3E — Shreya Ghoshal (@shreyaghoshal) May 31, 2022 × WTF is wrong with the universe. These are the darkest times for indian music. Lost 2 legends within hours. First Sidhu, who took punjabi music to unprecedented heights and then KK sir, the definition of melody. RIP LEGENDS 🙏. I feel so empty right now — BADSHAH (@Its_Badshah) June 1, 2022 × You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

SHOCKING!! Iconic Indian singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata

<p>Singer KK has passed away. The man who touched the nation's heart with iconic and unforgettable songs like 'Yaaron',&nbsp;'Pal'&nbsp;has left the mortal world too soon to the one beyond. KK passed away late on May 31 after a concert in Kolkata.</p>

<p>The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in&nbsp;Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing.</p>

<p>After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead.</p>

<p>Video of his last performance is being watched by heartbroken fans across the world. KK can be seen crooning 'Pal', his evergreen song. The audience can be seen waving their screen-lit phones in the air as if in an ode to a ballad. Watch this last performance of the iconic singer who left us too soon.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Singer KK died hours after a concert in Kolkata on May 31st. The auditorium shares visuals of the event held some hours ago. KK was known for songs like 'Pal' and 'Yaaron'. He was brought dead to the CMRI, the hospital told.<br />
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<p>KK has a rich body of work. Besides his own albums, KK was an A-list name in Indian music. His youthful voice turned soulful as he described angst of a jilted lover in 'Tadap Tadap' from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'.</p>

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<p>He started his career as a singer singing jingles for television advertisements. His album 'Pal' catapulted KK to superstardom in Indian music.</p>


Singer KK has passed away. The man who touched the nation's heart with iconic and unforgettable songs like 'Yaaron', 'Pal' has left the mortal world too soon to the one beyond.

Singer KK has passed away. The man who touched the nation's heart with iconic and unforgettable songs like 'Yaaron', 'Pal' has left the mortal world too soon to the one beyond. KK passed away late on May 31 after a concert in Kolkata. The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead. Video of his last performance is being watched by heartbroken fans across the world. KK can be seen crooning 'Pal', his evergreen song. The audience can be seen waving their screen-lit phones in the air as if in an ode to a ballad. Watch this last performance of the iconic singer who left us too soon. #WATCH | Singer KK died hours after a concert in Kolkata on May 31st. The auditorium shares visuals of the event held some hours ago. KK was known for songs like 'Pal' and 'Yaaron'. He was brought dead to the CMRI, the hospital told. Video source: Najrul Manch FB page pic.twitter.com/YiG64Cs9nP — ANI (@ANI) May 31, 2022 × KK has a rich body of work. Besides his own albums, KK was an A-list name in Indian music. His youthful voice turned soulful as he described angst of a jilted lover in 'Tadap Tadap' from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'. India singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata × He started his career as a singer singing jingles for television advertisements. His album 'Pal' catapulted KK to superstardom in Indian music.

Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears

Kolkata bids farewell to KK with gun salute, Mamata Banerjee offers floral tribute

Indian music fraternity remembers KK, tribute and condolences pour-in

<p>Bollywood singer KK's wife Jyothi Krishna along with their son Nakul and daughter Taamara were clicked at Kolkata airport on Wednesday afternoon as they arrived to take the mortal remains of the singer back home.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The family was seen exiting the airport and did not interact with the press which had gathered outside the airport. Later, they were clicked entering the Kolkata hospital where the latter singer's body has been kept.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hours before his demise, the legendary singer performed at the Nazrul Mancha auditorium till 8:30 pm. Suddenly, he fell ill and was brought to the CMRI hospital in Kolkata, where he was declared dead.<br />
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">West Bengal | Family of singer <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KK</a> arrives in Kolkata. The singer passed away last night after a live performance in the city. His body is kept at CMRI hospital from where it will be taken to SSKM hospital. <a href="https://t.co/F9kDmZDqz4">pic.twitter.com/F9kDmZDqz4</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">West Bengal | Family of singer <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KK</a> reaches CMRI hospital in Kolkata where his body has been kept. <a href="https://t.co/VN3a1Uch2R">pic.twitter.com/VN3a1Uch2R</a></p>
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<p>The news of his untimely demise has left his fan shattered and the entertainment industry under shock, the legendary singer was gifted with a boisterous yet mellifluous voice that will be remembered by his fans for many decades to come.</p>

<p>KK was one of the most versatile singers in the Indian film industry, and recorded songs in several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali.</p>

<p>He is best known for his songs like 'Zindagi Do Pal Ki' from the movie 'Kites', 'Aankhon Mein Teri' from the movie 'Om Shanti Om', 'Khuda Jaane' from the movie 'Bachna Ae Haseeno', 'Tadap Tadap' from the movie 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' among others.</p>

<p>The CM of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee said the singer will be given gun salute at Kolkata's Rabindra Sadan. The post mortem is still under way. The film will be heading back by the 5:15 PM flight.&nbsp;<br />
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Bollywood singer KK's wife Jyothi Krishna along with their son Nakul and daughter Taamara were clicked at Kolkata airport on Wednesday afternoon as they arrived to take the mortal remains of the singer back home.

Bollywood singer KK's wife Jyothi Krishna along with their son Nakul and daughter Taamara were clicked at Kolkata airport on Wednesday afternoon as they arrived to take the mortal remains of the singer back home. The family was seen exiting the airport and did not interact with the press which had gathered outside the airport. Later, they were clicked entering the Kolkata hospital where the latter singer's body has been kept. Hours before his demise, the legendary singer performed at the Nazrul Mancha auditorium till 8:30 pm. Suddenly, he fell ill and was brought to the CMRI hospital in Kolkata, where he was declared dead. West Bengal | Family of singer #KK arrives in Kolkata. The singer passed away last night after a live performance in the city. His body is kept at CMRI hospital from where it will be taken to SSKM hospital. pic.twitter.com/F9kDmZDqz4 — ANI (@ANI) June 1, 2022 × West Bengal | Family of singer #KK reaches CMRI hospital in Kolkata where his body has been kept. pic.twitter.com/VN3a1Uch2R — ANI (@ANI) June 1, 2022 × The news of his untimely demise has left his fan shattered and the entertainment industry under shock, the legendary singer was gifted with a boisterous yet mellifluous voice that will be remembered by his fans for many decades to come. KK was one of the most versatile singers in the Indian film industry, and recorded songs in several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali. He is best known for his songs like 'Zindagi Do Pal Ki' from the movie 'Kites', 'Aankhon Mein Teri' from the movie 'Om Shanti Om', 'Khuda Jaane' from the movie 'Bachna Ae Haseeno', 'Tadap Tadap' from the movie 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' among others. The CM of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee said the singer will be given gun salute at Kolkata's Rabindra Sadan. The post mortem is still under way. The film will be heading back by the 5:15 PM flight.

Singer KK's wife and children reach Kolkata, head to the hospital first 

Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, passed away after performing at a concert in Kolkata. The singer complained of uneasiness after returning to his hotel from the concert. He was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him brought dead.

India singer KK passes away after concert in Kolkata

Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, passed away at the age of 53. The singer fell ill while performing at an event in Kolkata and was brought to the CMRI hospital, where he was declared dead.

Popular Indian singer KK passes away at 53 in Kolkata after concert

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