Singer KK dies: Postmortem to be conducted today in Kolkata

According to reports, KK felt uneasy during the live performance and went to backstage taking a break. The singer also complained about the glare of the lights. On his way to the hotel, he reportedly said he was feeling cold in the air conditioner of his car.

Published on: Jun 1, 2022, 05:43:15 IST

By HT News Desk | Written by Poulomi Ghosh

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The autopsy of Bollywood singer KK who died in Kolkata on Tuesday shortly after a live performance at a concert by Gurudas College at south Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha will be conducted today to ascertain the exact reason for his death. Doctors have however said they suspected cardiac arrest to be the cause of the death. The sudden demise of the singer left the country shocked. 'Will remember him through his songs'- PM Modi leads nation in paying tributes

Singer KK was declared brought dead when he was brought to Calcutta Medical Research Institute at around 10pm on Tuesday.  (File photo)

A senior official of the hospital where KK was taken at around 10pm after he complained of uneasiness said he was declared brought dead. "It is unfortunate that we could not treat him," he said. He was feeling heavy after reaching hotel after the performance and soon collapsed.

Video: KK, India's top playback singer, dies of heart attack after live show in Kolkata

How KK died: Singer performed for an hour, fell sick at hotel

According to reports, KK felt uneasy during the performance also and apparently complained about the heat and the glare of the lights. It has also been claimed on social media platforms that the AC of the auditorium was not working. On his way to the hotel, he said he was feeling cold when the air conditioner was switched on. He took a break during the performance as well. Reports said there was a huge crowd at his event to control which the Police had to spray fire extinguishers.

KK's wife and children will reach Kolkata today morning.

Condoling his death, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said KK will always be remembered through his songs.

"Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. His songs reflected a wide range of emotions and 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 tweeted.

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