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Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK was born in Delhi was a playback singer. He rose to fame with the song Tadap Tadap Ke from the 1999 film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.The singer's first Bollywood song was Chhod Aye Hum from the film Maachis. The same year, he also released his successful album Pal.  However, KK’s tryst with music began in Delhi’s Kirori Mal College, where he was the lead singer for the college band Horizon. KK was known for his energetic stage performances. He died on May 31,2022 due to a heart attack while he was performing in Kolkata.

<p>Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK was born in Delhi was a playback singer. He rose to fame with the song Tadap Tadap Ke from the 1999 film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.The singer's first Bollywood song was Chhod Aye Hum from the film Maachis. The same year, he also released his successful album Pal.  However, KK’s tryst with music began in Delhi’s Kirori Mal College, where he was the lead singer for the college band Horizon. KK was known for his energetic stage performances. He died on May 31,2022 due to a heart attack while he was performing in Kolkata.</p>

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Aashiqui 2 songs were first recorded by KK before he was replaced by Arijit

The songs of Aashiqui 2 provided the breakthrough for a young Arijit Singh trying to find his foothold as a playback singer in Hindi cinema.

Anurag Basu says the KK-sized hole in his films can ‘never be filled’

Director Anurag Basu talks about his new film, Metro...In Dino, how times have changed since Life in a Metro, and the absence of KK.

Palash Sen gets emotional on KK’s death anniversary: ‘I owe my career to you’

On Sunday, Palash Sen took to Instagram to pen an emotional note for KK and share images with him. He also shared some throwback pictures with him.&nbsp;

Pritam shares emotional note on missing KK while working on Metro In Dino album

Pritam and KK's collaboration was one of the biggest draws in Life In a Metro. Now ahead of the sequel Metro In Dino, Pritam shared that he misses KK.

KK's Bollywood debut anniversary: 7 iconic songs about friendship and romance

<ul><li>KK's Bollywood debut anniversary with Chhod Aaye Hum from Maachis was recently celebrated by Google Doodle. Check out our list of his iconic songs.</li></ul>

Google Doodle celebrates the timeless voice of singer KK

Google celebrated the legacy of popular, late Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, known as KK, with a special Doodle.&nbsp;

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Delhi University fest: Mohd Irfan's tribute to KK leaves JDMC emotional

Kickstarting DU's fest season, Symphony ’24 at Janki Devi Memorial College invited Bollywood playback singer Mohammed Irfan for the finale star performance.

KK's daughter Taamara pens emotional post, misses dad on his birth anniversary

Wednesday marks the 55th birth anniversary of singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK. He died last year in Kolkata.

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Shaan celebrates friend KK: I can’t believe it’s been a year since he left us

On singer KK’s first death anniversary today, his close friend and colleague Shaan talks about their bond and what made KK unique.

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KK's 1st death anniversary: Singer's death will always be personal loss for fans

<ul><li>KK died on May 31 last year in Kolkata from a heart attack. On his first death anniversary, we take a journey of his musical career of nearly 25 years.</li></ul>

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Lost song Mon Re: Film pays tribute to singer KK with his last song. Watch

<ul><li>Lost song Mon Re: The upcoming film features one of the last songs sung by late singer KK. Mon Re is composed by Shantanu Moitra and written by Swanand Kirkire.</li></ul>

KK's daughter Taamara performs her first gig with Shaan, shares pics

<ul><li>Late singer KK's children – Taamara and Nakul – performed at a special concert to mark his 54th birth anniversary. Singer Shaan also joined them. Check out the pictures Taamara shared.</li></ul>

KK 'wanted to run back home' whenever people  recognised him in public, says son

<ul><li>Late singer KK 'wanted to run back home' if people recognised him at any public place, his son Nakul has recalled. He also called his father ‘an elusive person'.</li></ul>

KK's daughter Taamara says she, her mom couldn’t listen to his songs after death

<ul><li>Late singer KK's daughter Taamara said she and her mother Jyothy Krishna cried after listening to his songs following his death. KK died in Kolkata on May 31 this year.</li></ul>

KK's daughter Taamara remembers him on his birth anniversary with childhood pic

<ul><li>Taamara has shared a picture with her late father, singer KK, to mark his first birth anniversary since his death on May 31 in Kolkata.</li></ul>

KK's wife Jyothy Krishna shares their unseen picture on his birth anniversary

KK's wife Jyothy Krishna has shared a rare photo of them on her Instagram handle. KK died of heart attack on May 31 in Kolkata.

Rare pictures of KK from 1989 North Korea concert, wedding and more

On KK's 54th birth anniversary let's remember how the Delhi boy made it big in the music industry and gave back to back hits like Tu Aashiqui Hai, It's The Time To Disco, Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai and more.

Raju Srivastava to Sidharth Shukla: 10 celebs who died of heart attack

<ul><li>Comedian Raju Srivastava, 58, passed away 41 days after suffering a heart attack while exercising at a gym in Delhi. Here are 10 celebs who succumbed to heart attack in recent past.</li></ul>

KK's kids recreate Yaaron, Leslee Lewis, Papon and Shaan join them. Watch video

<ul><li>Revealing that the new song was recorded at the same studio where her dad KK recorded the original, 24 years ago, Tamara Krishna has shared a video from the recordings of her new song, Yaaro Forever.</li></ul>

KK's family calls his death ‘worst pain’: 'We are doing better every day’

<ul><li>KK's family has penned a note about the pain they are going through, how they are trying to move ahead and what the singer was all about.&nbsp;</li></ul>

KK's wife Jyothy Krishna paints their picture, says 'miss you sweetheart'

Singer KK died in May this year. On Thursday, KK's wife Jyothy Krishna shared a photo of a painting she made. It featured the late singer with Jyothy.

Kapil Sharma sings Sidhu Moose Wala's song, honours KK at Vancouver show. Watch

<ul><li>Kapil Sharma honoured KK, Sidhu Moose Wala, Deep Sidhu and Sandeep Singh Sandhu during his Vancouver show. He also sang Sidhu's song 295 on The Kapil Sharma Live. Watch video.</li></ul>

KK's daughter asks people not to spread hate against singer's team

<ul><li>KK's daughter Taamara has a message for those who abuse or spread hate against the late singer's team. Here's what Taamara has said in her long post.</li></ul>

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Hardik Pandya to leave MI, join this team for IPL 2027 as captain…?

Speculation surrounding Hardik Pandya's future with Mumbai Indians has intensified following reports that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have held discussions over a potential blockbuster trade ahead of IPL 2027. According to reports, KKR management has approached Mumbai Indians multiple times regarding a possible deal for the India all-rounder. If the move materialises, Hardik is expected to take over the captaincy role at KKR. 

KK gets gun salute honour from Bengal govt; Mamata pays floral tribute

West Bengal government on Wednesday paid last respect to renowned Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, with gun salute to his mortal remains. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who supervised the proceedings, paid floral tributes to the late singer, whose body was kept at Rabindra Sadan for some time. Banerjee was seen consoling KK's wife and other family members who were present at the venue. Watch the video for more.

KK’s last Instagram post was 10 hrs before his death | Here’s what he wrote

<ul><li>India is mourning the death of its iconic singer KK, who passed away last night after a concert in Kolkata. Krishnakumar Kunnath, also known by his stage name KK, died due to a heart attack yesterday after he collapsed at a hotel where he was staying. The teenage idol was the voice of everyone's farewell, first love and first heartbreak. Hours before his death, he performed his timeless classic "Hum, rahen ya na rahe kal..." at Kolkata's Nazrul Mancha. 10 hours before his untimely demise, he posted his last Instagram post from the concert. Watch this video to find out what KK wrote in his last Instagram post.</li></ul>

RIP KK: India mourns loss of 'incredible talent'; PM, Akshay Kumar lead tributes

Krishnakumar Kunnath died hours after a Kolkata concert, the singer collapsed at the hotel where he was staying. Post-mortem today, doctors said they suspected cardiac arrest to be the cause of the death. KK was known for songs like 'Pal' &amp; 'Yaaron', which went on to become big hits among teens in the late 1990s. Celebrities, top leaders &amp; fans are mourning KK's untimely demise.

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