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Indian singer ‘KK’ dies at 53

June 1, 2022
Henry Club

Hours before his death on May 31, the 53-year-old singer performed at a concert at Nazrul Manch, an event at Sir Gurudas Mahavidyalaya College in the western Indian city of Kolkata.

Kunnath’s work A. In form of playback singer – a singer whose songs have been pre-recorded for use in films – made him famous across the country and across the diaspora, as he lent his voice to hundreds of Bollywood films. He became a popular household name in 1999 following the release of his first solo album, “Moment”.

As the news of the late singer’s demise broke, tributes started pouring in on social media, including the country’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

“Saddened by the untimely demise of well known singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. His songs have evoked a wide range of emotions with people of all age groups. We will always remember him through his songs. Condolences to the family and fans Om Shanti,” Modi Told,

Indian actor Akshay Kumar said in a tweet, “Extremely saddened and shocked to learn about the tragic demise of KK. What a loss! Om Shanti.”

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri said he was “deeply saddened” to hear of Kunath’s death, noting that he sang the first song on his debut film, and had been a “great friend” ever since.

Agnihotri said, “Why so soon, KK, why? But you have left a treasure trove of playlists. Very difficult night. Om Shanti. Artists like KK never die.”

Kunnath’s first breakthrough role in Bollywood was with the song, “Tadap Tadap Ke” from the movie, “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.”

His other popular tunes include “Sach Keh Raha Hai” from the movie “Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein” and the song “Mangalyam,” from the movie, “Saathiya.”

Born in New Delhi in August 1968, Kunath graduated from Delhi University’s Kirori Mal College, starting his career by singing for jingles for advertisements, according to News18 affiliated with CNN.