KK, the stage name of Indian musician Krishnakumar Kunnath, died Tuesday night in Kolkata, according to the city's CMRI hospital.
The celebrated 53-year-old singer sang just hours before his death on May 31 at a concert in Nazrul Mancha, a venue of the Sir Gurudas Mahavidyalaya college in Kolkata.
Kunnath's work as a playback singer (a vocalist who sings songs that have been pre-recorded for use in films) made him famous in India and the diaspora, as he contributed his voice to hundreds of Bollywood films. Following the release of his first solo album, "Pal," in 1999, he became a household name.
As soon as news of his death came, tributes to the late artist flooded social media, including one from Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India."We are saddened by the sudden death of well-known vocalist Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known by his stage name KK. His melodies evoked a wide spectrum of emotions in listeners of all ages. Through his songs, we shall always remember him. To his family and followers, my condolences. Shanti Om "According to Modi,
Akshay Kumar, an Indian actor, wrote on Twitter: "I was stunned and saddened to learn about KK's passing. What a disappointment! Om Shanti is an ancient Hindu mantra."
Vivek Agnihotri, a filmmaker, said he was "very heartbroken" to hear about Kunnath's passing, noting that he sung the opening song on his debut film and has been a "wonderful buddy" since then.
"KK, why are you up so early? However, you have left a valuable playlist behind. It had been a particularly trying evening. Om Shanti is an ancient Hindu mantra. KK is one of those rare artists who never dies "According to Agnihotri,
The song "Tadap Tadap Ke" from the film "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" was Kunnath's first break in Bollywood.
"Sach Keh Raha Hai," from the film "Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein," and "Mangalyam," from the film "Saathiya," are two of his other well-known songs.
Kunnath, who was born in New Delhi in August 1968, attended Delhi University's Kirori Mal College before beginning his career as a singer for commercial jingles, according to CNN station News18.
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