KK death: Popular Bollywood singer dies aged 53 after ‘feeling unwell’ following concert

BOLLYWOOD star KK has died at 53 after “feeling unwell” following a concert, it’s reported. The singer, whose full name was Krishnakumar Kunnath, died in Kolkata, India on Tuesday night. AlamyBollywood star KK has died after a concert in India[/caption] Thehindu.com reports he fell ill when he returned to his hotel after a performance at Nazrul Manch. He had sung for almost an hour, but said he felt unwell when he returned to the hotel. He was rushed to a private hospital in south Kolkata, but despite the efforts of medics, did not survive. Times of India reports he suffered a heart attack. A senior hospital official said: “It’s unfortunate that we could not treat him.” KK had recorded songs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi and Bengali, among other languages. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to offer condolences to fans. “Saddened by the untimely demise of noted singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK,” he said. “His songs reflected a wide range of emotions as 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.” THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY… The Sun is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Download our fantastic, new and improved free App for the best ever Sun Online experience. For iPhone click here, for Android click here.  Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. Most read in News TUBE EMERGENCY Rush hour travel chaos as Tube station evacuated & cops hurry to scene YOU'VE BEEN WARNED UK's most dangerous places to live for burglaries revealed HORROR SMASH Two men dead and teen boy, 13, in serious condition after double crash GOOD COD Mystery as Coventry chippy goes viral with customers travelling from AUSTRALIA BUG OFF Here's why you should NOT kill flies and wasps flying into your house in summer DONOR SHOCK Sperm donor fathered 15 without telling mums about incurable genetic condition