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Top Indian artist KK confirmed dead

“His songs reflected a wide range of emotions as (they) struck a chord with people of all age groups. We will always remember him through his songs,” Prime Minister Modi said on Twitter.

• June 1, 2022
Krishnakumar Kunnath
Krishnakumar Kunnath [Photo Credit: Geo.tv]

Authorities in India on Wednesday confirmed the death of singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, also known as KK, who died after falling ill in the middle of a concert.

Local media reported that Kunnath was performing at a crowded indoor stadium in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata when he complained of uneasiness on Tuesday night and was rushed to the hospital.

The Hindustan Times newspaper reported that 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.

“His songs reflected a wide range of emotions as (they) struck a chord with people of all age groups. We will always remember him through his songs,” Modi said on Twitter.

Kunnath had sung several songs for Bollywood films and music albums and frequently performed at live concerts.

(Reuters/NAN)

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