KK death: Popular Bollywood singer dies aged 53 after ‘feeling unwell’ following concert
BOLLYWOOD star KK has died at the age of 53 after collapsing following a concert, it’s reported.
The singer, whose full name was Krishnakumar Kunnath, died in Kolkata, India on Tuesday night.
Thehindu.com reports he fell ill when he returned to his hotel after a performance at Nazrul Manch.
He had sung for almost an hour, but collapsed when he returned to the hotel.
He was rushed to a private hospital in south Kolkata, but despite the efforts of medics, did not survive.
Times of India reports he suffered a heart attack.
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He was updating his Instagram page just eight hours before he becoming unwell.
A senior hospital official said: “It’s unfortunate that we could not treat him.”
His wife and two sons will fly into Kolkata on Wednesday morning, it’s understood.
KK had recorded songs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi and Bengali, among other languages.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to offer condolences to fans.
“Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK,” he said.
“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.”
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KK released his first album, Pal in 1999.
Some of his biggest hits include Tadap Tadap, Dus Bahane and Tune Maari Entriyaan.
Singer Harshdeep Kaur has paid tribute tonight, Hindustan Times reports.
“Just can’t believe that our beloved KK is no more,” he said.
“This really can’t be true. The voice of love has gone. This is heartbreaking.”
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Actor Akshay Kumar said on social media: “Extremely sad and shocked to know of the sad demise of KK.
“What a loss.”
Filmmaker Srijit Mukerji said in a Facebook post: “In a state of total shock.
“Just met him last month for the first time and it seemed that we had known each other for years.
“The chatter wouldn’t just stop.”
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Cricketer Virender Sehwag called the news “tragic”.
“Another reminder of how fragile life is. Condolences to his family and friends,” he said.