KK, whose real name was Krishnakumar Kunnath, passed away on Tuesday in Kolkata at the age of 53. He was in town for a two-day concert when he became ill during a performance at Nazrul Mancha. "Around 10 p.m., he was taken dead to the hospital," a CMRI hospital employee reported.
KK was reportedly sick during the concert, according to sources. During the rest interval, he complained of being uneasy, but he continued to perform until the finish of the event. He was then brought to a five-star hotel in Esplanade, where his health began to deteriorate, and he died before reaching the hospital. On behalf of Gurudas College, the concert was put on. The singer was in town for a two-day performance.
His wife and two sons are scheduled to arrive in Kolkata on Wednesday morning.
People from many walks of life paid tribute to him as soon as the news of his death became public. "Saddened by the untimely passing of famous vocalist Krishnakumar Kunnath, commonly known as KK," Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted. His songs portrayed a wide spectrum of emotions and appealed to listeners of all ages. His songs will live on in our hearts forever. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and followers. Om Shanti," says the speaker.