Arjun Kanungo recalls facing similar conditions at Kolkata venue where KK performed last: 'I couldn't breathe'
2 years, 6 months ago

Arjun Kanungo recalls facing similar conditions at Kolkata venue where KK performed last: 'I couldn't breathe'

India TV News  

The untimely demise of Bollywood singer KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath has left his fans with a void that can never be filled. Meanwhile, singer-composer Arjun Kanungo recently made shocking revelations about his experience of performing at the same auditorium in Kolkata where singer KK breathed last after his health deteriorated. Stressing on the importance of providing a safe infrastructure to the artists by the organizers, Arjun shared that he had faced a similar situation when he performed in the same auditorium. While talking to Hindustan Times, Arjun said, "I did hear the auditorium was extremely hot. About KK's death The singer fell ill while performing at an event in Kolkata and was taken to the CMRI hospital, where he was declared dead.

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Fans in Kolkata pay tribute to KK with 200 guitarists, singers performing Pal
2 years, 6 months ago

Fans in Kolkata pay tribute to KK with 200 guitarists, singers performing Pal

Hindustan Times  

Singer KK died on May 31 after performing last in Kolkata. The event included 100 guitarists and 100 singers, who came together to sing KK’s hit song Pal. While we were planning for a 100-singers, 100-guitarists mass tribute, unexpectedly more than 300 people turned out at Nandan.” “It’s not only to celebrate KK and his evergreen songs but also to …

KK did not show any symptoms of sickness: Event company answers fans' questions
2 years, 6 months ago

KK did not show any symptoms of sickness: Event company answers fans' questions

Hindustan Times  

Singer KK's unexpected death soon after a live performance at a college fest in Kolkata has left his fans in anger and shock. The event management company BlackEyed Event House has now shared a long statement on Facebook in which they have answered all questions regarding the incident. The statement by BlackEyed Event House read, "We would like to apologise …

Singer who performed at Nazrul Mancha says KK was worried about ‘too much crowd'
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer who performed at Nazrul Mancha says KK was worried about ‘too much crowd'

Hindustan Times  

Singer KK died on Tuesday, shortly after his concert at a college festival in Kolkata. In a new interview, singer Subhalakhmi Dey, who performed at the same venue, Nazrul Mancha auditorium, where KK gave his last performance, shared new details. KK performed at a concert organised by Gurudas College at Nazrul Mancha in Kolkata for almost an hour on Tuesday …

KK Death News Updates: Son Nakul Performs Last Rites; Daughter Says 'Love You Forever'; Shreya Ghoshal, Kabir Khan Pay Last Respects
2 years, 6 months ago

KK Death News Updates: Son Nakul Performs Last Rites; Daughter Says 'Love You Forever'; Shreya Ghoshal, Kabir Khan Pay Last Respects

News 18  

KK Death News LIVE Updates: The last rites of singer KK, whose real name was Krishnakumar Kunnath, will take place today in Mumbai’s Versova Hindu Cemetery at 1 PM. KK’s colleagues from the music and film fraternity have begun arriving at his Mumbai residence for the late singer’s ‘antim darshan’. KK was rushed to the hospital after falling ill in …

Singer KK had pain in arms, was low on energy before concert, say police sources
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK had pain in arms, was low on energy before concert, say police sources

India Today  

Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, told his wife of a pain in his shoulders and arms only hours before he passed away on Tuesday night, as per police sources. READ: Pay attention to your body, family history: Dr Naresh Trehan after KK's sudden demise Sources added that KK had told his manager on the morning of May 31 …

BJP MP Saumitra Khan seeks inquiry on KK's last concert, venue arrangements and security
2 years, 6 months ago

BJP MP Saumitra Khan seeks inquiry on KK's last concert, venue arrangements and security

Op India  

As the postmortem report of the late singer Krishnakumar Kunnath famously known as KK confirms cardiac arrest as the prime reason for his death on 31st May 2022 after a concert in Kolkata, Saumitra Khan, a Bharatiya Janata Party MP from West Bengal has written a letter to the Union Home Minister Amit shah on 2nd June 2022. WB BJP …

Late singer KK cremated in Mumbai; family and friends bid him an emotional goodbye
2 years, 6 months ago

Late singer KK cremated in Mumbai; family and friends bid him an emotional goodbye

Firstpost  

Krishnakumar Kunnath, known by his stage name KK, leaves behind a rich legacy of music for his legion of fans. Beloved Bollywood playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, was cremated in the presence of his family and members of the film fraternity on Thursday, at Mumbai’s Versova Hindu Cemetary. pic.twitter.com/XZqHsrtfXE — ANI June 2, 2022 Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj …

KK could have been saved if CPR was given on time, doctor reveals
2 years, 6 months ago

KK could have been saved if CPR was given on time, doctor reveals

Hindustan Times  

KK's sudden death after he performed at a college festival in Kolkata on Tuesday evening left his fans and friends devastated and shocked, leading to many questions surrounding the cause of his death. The doctor told PTI on Thursday, "He had a major blockage in the left main coronary artery and small blockages in various other arteries and sub-arteries. Excessive …

Singer KK could have been saved if CPR was given on time: Doctor
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK could have been saved if CPR was given on time: Doctor

The Hindu  

Kolkata Renowned Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, had several heart blockages and he could have been saved if CPR was administered on time, a doctor who conducted autopsy said on Thursday. Excessive excitement during the live show caused stoppage of blood flow leading to cardiac arrest that claimed his life," the medical practitioner said on condition of …

Priyanka Chopra shares video from KK's concert, offers condolences to his family
2 years, 6 months ago

Priyanka Chopra shares video from KK's concert, offers condolences to his family

India Today  

Singer KK is no more and fans are yet to come in terms with it. Priyanka Chopra also shared a video from the KK concert in Kolkata and mourned his loss. PRIYANKA CHOPRA BIDS GOODBYE TO KK Priyanka Chopra shared a video from KK's last concert on May 31. According to a source close to the late singer, KK never …

KK's son Nakul Krishna performs singer's last rites, family and friends get emotional | Pics & Videos
2 years, 6 months ago

KK's son Nakul Krishna performs singer's last rites, family and friends get emotional | Pics & Videos

India TV News  

Singer KK who enthralled Bollywood lovers with his melodious tunes was cremated in the presence of family and friends on Thursday. KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath died on Tuesday night due to a massive cardiac arrest after a live performance at Nazrul Mancha in Kolkata. KK's mortal remains were brought from Kolkata to his Mumbai residence after the West Bengal government …

Singer KK passes away: AR Rahman, Daler Mehndi, Kailash Kher among others offer condolences
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away: AR Rahman, Daler Mehndi, Kailash Kher among others offer condolences

Firstpost  

Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, passed away in Kolkata following a performance on 31 May Famed Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, passed away in Kolkata following a performance on 31 May. Notably, KK’s death comes days after the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala and months after India lost two doyens of music in Lata …

KK's funeral to take place in Mumbai on June 2
2 years, 6 months ago

KK's funeral to take place in Mumbai on June 2

India Today  

Singing prodigy KK passed away on May 31, post a live concert in Kolkata. As per India Today TV, KK was declared ‘brought dead’ to Kolkata’s CMRI hospital. KK’S FUNERAL TO TAKE PLACE ON JUNE 2 KK breathed his last on May 31 in Kolkata. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrived at Kolkata’s Rabindra Sadan to pay her last respects. …

Singer KK dies of suspected heart attack; warning signs and symptoms of cardiac trouble
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK dies of suspected heart attack; warning signs and symptoms of cardiac trouble

Hindustan Times  

The sudden demise of popular Bollywood singer KK, 53, has sent shockwaves across the industry and has left his fans in disbelief. Dr Ankur Phatarpekar, Director Cath Lab and Intervention Cardiologist, Symboisis Hospital, Mumbai says at any age, adopting a healthy lifestyle can help one avoid heart diseases and reduce risk of a heart attack or stroke. Dr. Ritwick Raj …

KK death: Nazrul Mancha employee present at concert says it was overcrowded
2 years, 6 months ago

KK death: Nazrul Mancha employee present at concert says it was overcrowded

Hindustan Times  

Popular playback singer KK died on Tuesday night just after performing in Kolkata. Now, a staff member of the Nazrul Mancha Auditorium in Kolkata, who was present during the live concert, has told news agency ANI that the venue was overcrowded and bouncers had to spray foam at one point to disperse the crowd. The Bharatiya Janata Party West Bengal …

Singer KK passes away: Kolkata Police check hotel's CCTV cameras, quiz staff, band; family members meet Mamata Banerjee
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away: Kolkata Police check hotel's CCTV cameras, quiz staff, band; family members meet Mamata Banerjee

Firstpost  

After the post-mortem in SSKM hospital, singer Krishnakumar Kunnath’s body will be taken to Kolkata airport from where it will be flown to Mumbai The Kolkata Police has intensified its investigation in the death of renowned singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, known by his stage name KK. Police said all the CCTV cameras are being checked in detail to see everything that …

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces gun salute for singer KK at Kolkata airport
2 years, 6 months ago

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces gun salute for singer KK at Kolkata airport

India Today  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at a district booth meeting in Bankura on Wednesday, June 1, declared a gun salute in honour of the singer who passed away in Kolkata. We will hold a gun salute for KK at Dum Dum airport," said the chief minister. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed condolences over the singer's death, saying …

Singer KK\'s death gets organisers in trouble
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK\'s death gets organisers in trouble

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: A day after famous Bollywood playback singer KK died of cardiac arrest within an hour of finishing his concert in Kolkata, allegations of mismanagement and negligence -- which apparently left him ill during the overcrowded show and led to his untimely demise -- surfaced against the organisers. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, who was in Bankura, mourned KK’s …

Viral video shows KK complaining about nonfunctional AC, auditorium was packed beyond capacity
2 years, 6 months ago

Viral video shows KK complaining about nonfunctional AC, auditorium was packed beyond capacity

Op India  

On May 31, legendary singer Krishnakumar Kunnath aka KK passed away hours after a concert in Kolkata. The New Indian’s Senior Associate Editor Pramod Kumar Singh mentioned in a tweet that the auditorium was packed beyond capacity. Mirror Now journalist Tirthankar Das shared a video of KK being taken back to the hotel after he complained about his health condition. …

Singer KK complained of heat, rushed out of Kolkata auditorium after concert | Videos
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK complained of heat, rushed out of Kolkata auditorium after concert | Videos

India Today  

Hours after Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died after performing at a concert in Kolkata, a video of the singer complaining of heat has emerged. Amid claims of mismanagement and poor facilities, Bengal BJP MP Dilip Ghosh on Wednesday said, “When such big celebrities come to perform, mismanagement takes place, but it is the administration’s responsibility to provide protection …

KK death: Auditorium staffer used fire extinguisher to disperse crowd | Video
2 years, 6 months ago

KK death: Auditorium staffer used fire extinguisher to disperse crowd | Video

India Today  

A video of a person spraying the contents of a fire extinguisher amid utter chaos allegedly at the KK show in Kolkata on Tuesday has come to light. Soon after the show ended, singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, collapsed and passed away. However, chaos broke out outside the venue soon, following which the authorities allegedly sprayed a fire …

Singer KK passes away: Kolkata Police register case of 'unnatural death', send body for post-mortem
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away: Kolkata Police register case of 'unnatural death', send body for post-mortem

Firstpost  

Renowned singer KK was sweating profusely as he took a break during his performance to wipe his face. He also was seen gesturing to a man on the stage which appeared that he was asking about the air-conditioning in the auditorium A case of unnatural death has been registered by the Kolkata Police in connection with the sudden death of …

KK's family reaches Kolkata, autopsy to be conducted today
2 years, 6 months ago

KK's family reaches Kolkata, autopsy to be conducted today

India Today  

The nation is in shock after the news of popular singer KK's death. Today, June 1, the singer's family reached Kolkata where his autopsy will be done. KK'S FAMILY REACHES KOLKATA KK is survived by his wife Jyothi and two children, Nakul Krishna Kunnath, and a daughter, Tamara Kunnath. KK's family was spotted at the Kolkata airport early Wednesday morning. …

Videos show KK ‘sweating badly’ at concert, fans say: ‘AC wasn’t working'
2 years, 6 months ago

Videos show KK ‘sweating badly’ at concert, fans say: ‘AC wasn’t working'

Hindustan Times  

Singer KK's fans have been sharing video from his last concert in Kolkata on Tuesday. A few video also show him sweating profusely on stage, wiping his face with a towel and also complaining about the air conditioning at the venue. KK performed at a concert organised by Gurudas College at Nazrul Mancha in south Kolkata for almost an hour …

KK's last released song was for Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's 83
2 years, 6 months ago

KK's last released song was for Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh's 83

India Today  

KK's untimely and sudden demise sent shockwaves across the nation. While he has given us many memorable songs, his last released song was for Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's 83. KK'S LAST RELEASED SONG KK's last released song was not long back. The singer lent his voice for Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's 83 song, Yeh Hausle. He was "brought …

KK will be remembered through his songs: Vice President, PM Modi, Amit Shah condole death of Bollywood singer
2 years, 6 months ago

KK will be remembered through his songs: Vice President, PM Modi, Amit Shah condole death of Bollywood singer

Firstpost  

Popularly known as KK, renowned Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath passed away in Kolkata on Tuesday night. He was 53, and survived by wife and two children Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed grief over the death of Bollywood singer KK who passed away on Tuesday in Kolkata. — Vice President of …

Singer KK dies: Postmortem to be conducted today in Kolkata
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK dies: Postmortem to be conducted today in Kolkata

Hindustan Times  

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. 'Will remember him through his songs'- PM Modi leads nation in paying tributes Singer KK was declared brought dead when …

KK demise news updates: Unnatural death case registered, body sent for post-mortem
2 years, 6 months ago

KK demise news updates: Unnatural death case registered, body sent for post-mortem

India TV News  

KK demise news updates: Bollywood singer and composer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known by his stage name KK, passed away on Tuesday night. KK's wife, Jyothy Krishna, along with her son Nakul and daughter Taamara boarded from New Delhi to reach Kolkata. KK was one of the most versatile singers in the Indian film industry, KK has recorded songs in several …

KK dies in Kolkata from heart attack: Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar, Anupam Kher & others offer condolences
2 years, 6 months ago

KK dies in Kolkata from heart attack: Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar, Anupam Kher & others offer condolences

India TV News  

Singer KK passed away in Kolkata after falling sick during his performance. Read: BREAKING: Singer KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath dies at 53 Social media erupted with sadness as the news of KK's passing surfaced. Everybody will remember him for 'hum rahe ya na rahe, yaad aaenge ye pal': Singer Usha Uthup on death of #KK." Cricketer Virender Sehwag said, "Tragic …

KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath dies at 53: 10 lesser-known facts about Bollywood's most versatile singer
2 years, 6 months ago

KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath dies at 53: 10 lesser-known facts about Bollywood's most versatile singer

India TV News  

Singer KK dies at 53: Krishnakumar Kunnath, known by his stage name KK, passed away on May 31 at the age of 53. Every '90s kid will always remember KK for the album's title track 'Pal' and also 'Yaaron' which gave most school kids friendship goals. He next sang 'Jab Bhi Koi Haseena' for the movie 'Hera Pheri' and by …

KK dies at 53: PM Modi, Amit Shah, others condole death of popular playback singer
2 years, 6 months ago

KK dies at 53: PM Modi, Amit Shah, others condole death of popular playback singer

India TV News  

Highlights Playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, passed away in Kolkata KK died after a live performance at a concert in Kolkata. He was 53 It has been learnt that KK felt sick while he was performing Singer KK dies: In a shocking development, singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died on Tuesday post his live performance …

KK dies at 53: Singer shared pictures of final performance hours before death
2 years, 6 months ago

KK dies at 53: Singer shared pictures of final performance hours before death

Hindustan Times  

Popular playback singer KK died on Tuesday night after performing in Kolkata. The singer, who was active on social media, had shared glimpses of what would he his final performance, just hours before his death. He looked so fit” Many fans expressed their shock saying the singer looked fit and well in the pictures, which were clicked shortly before his …

How KK died: Singer performed for an hour, fell sick at hotel
2 years, 6 months ago

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

Hindustan Times  

Well-known Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died in Kolkata on Tuesday night, officials said. KK was feeling unwell after reaching his hotel, following a performance at a concert at Nazrul Mancha in the evening where he sang for almost an hour, officials said. I am here to offer all possible help to the family,” said Aroop Biswas …

Singer KK falls ill at Kolkata performance, dies. He was 53
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK falls ill at Kolkata performance, dies. He was 53

Hindustan Times  

KOLKATA: Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, KK to his fans the world over, died late on Tuesday evening after falling ill during a performance at Nazrul Manch in south Kolkata, said West Bengal sports and youth affairs minister Aroop Biswas. Singer KK fell ill at a live performance at Nazrul Manch in south Kolkata on Tuesday evening and was rushed to the …

Singer KK passes away at the age of 53 after a concert in Kolkata
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away at the age of 53 after a concert in Kolkata

Op India  

Singer KK passed away on Tuesday night, hours after performing at an event in Kolkata. “Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. Om Shanti 🙏🏻 — Akshay Kumar May 31, 2022 Cricketer Virender Sehwag too conveyed condolences to the …

When KK refused to sing at wedding functions ‘even if he was offered ₹1 crore'
2 years, 6 months ago

When KK refused to sing at wedding functions ‘even if he was offered ₹1 crore'

Hindustan Times  

Late singer KK, known for songs such as Yaaron and Pal, had once revealed that he refused to sing at wedding functions even if he was offered ₹one crore. In 2008, in an interview with Hindustan Times, Krishnakumar Kunnath, better known as KK, was asked if he ever refused any offers as a singer. I refuse to sing at wedding …

Singer KK passes away in Kolkata. Twitter is shocked
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away in Kolkata. Twitter is shocked

India Today  

Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, who is better known as KK, passed away on May 31 in Kolkata. Its really shocking news for music lovers Singer #KK, the man who sang about love and friendship has passed away. Rest In PEACE pic.twitter.com/dv97C95apB — May 31, 2022 See more reactions below: Singer #KK passes away after suffering a massive heart attack. #RIPKK #KK …

Singer KK passes away at the age of 53 after live performance in Kolkata
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK passes away at the age of 53 after live performance in Kolkata

Firstpost  

KK was performing a live show concert and reportedly breathed his last at Nazrul Mancha in Kolkata. Well-known Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died in Kolkata on Tuesday night, officials said. Apart from fans, several members from the entertainment fraternity including Rahul Vaidya, Ashoke Pandit and others expressed their grief on social media. — RAHUL VAIDYA RKV …

RIP KK: PM Modi ‘saddened by untimely demise’
2 years, 6 months ago

RIP KK: PM Modi ‘saddened by untimely demise’

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief at the death of singer KK. “Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath popularly known as KK. KK was feeling unwell after reaching his hotel, following a performance at a concert in the evening where he sang for almost an hour, officials said. KK, known as a versatile singer, has …

Singer KK dies in Kolkata
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK dies in Kolkata

The Hindu  

Well-known Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died in Kolkata on Tuesday night, officials said. West Bengal Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Aroop Biswas said the family members of the singer have been informed about his demise and they are likely to arrive in the city on Wednesday. Singer Anupam Roy and music director Jeet Ganguly accompanied Mr. …

Singer KK dies at 53 after live performance in Kolkata: 'The voice of love is gone'
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK dies at 53 after live performance in Kolkata: 'The voice of love is gone'

Hindustan Times  

Singer KK, who gave Indian music lovers many hits over the last three decades has died at 53. Minister Arup Biswas said about KK's death, “Singer Anupam Roy called me up and said he is hearing something bad from the hospital. The singer-composer, whose real name was Krishnakumar Kunnath then focussed more on Bollywood than on his independent music, giving …

Singer KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath dies at 53 after concert in Kolkata
2 years, 6 months ago

Singer KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath dies at 53 after concert in Kolkata

India TV News  

Highlights Singer KK passes away at the age of 53 He was rushed to Calcutta Medical Research Institute, where doctors declared him brought dead It is being suspected that he died after suffering a heart attack Singer Krishnakumar Kunnath aka KK passed away after a live performance in Kolkata on Tuesday evening. The singer, known for songs like Pal and …

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