- Title: Indian singer KK dies after falling ill during concert
- Date: 1st June 2022
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- Keywords: Bollywood India Jeet Gannguli KK Kolkata Mamta Banerjee Mohit Chauhan Narendra Modji West Bengal death fans heart attack industry last rites music politician singer
- Location: KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA/INTERNET
- City: KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA/INTERNET
- Country: India
- Topics: Asia / Pacific,Disaster/Accidents
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- Story Text: Indian singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, died on Tuesday (May 31) night after falling ill in the middle of a concert, local media reported.
Kunnath was performing at a crowded indoor stadium in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata when he complained of uneasiness. He was rushed to a hospital, the Hindustan Times newspaper reported.
Tributes to the singer, who was 53, poured in on social media, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Bollywood singers and actors expressing condolences.
"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" Modi said on Twitter.
Kunnath had sung several songs for Bollywood films and music albums and frequently performed at live concerts. - Copyright Holder: ANI (India)
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