Bollywood singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, fondly known as KK, died hours after a concert in Kolkata. The 53-year-old artist, put up an electrifying performance of his 90s hit on 31st May. However, soon after the concert, he died due to a massive cardiac arrest. Here we share some supernova hit tracks of the singer to pay him tribute. The entire nation mourns the demise of the artist.
Top 10 Hit Tracks Of KK
Below is the list of the best songs of KK’s career as a token of tribute to the artist.
1. Tadap Tadap
Movie: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Cast: Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ajay Devgn
Composed by Ismail Darbar, the famous anthem of wounded lovers Tadap Tadap was one of the most challenging songs of KK’s career. However, the artist won the hearts of fans with his ethereal voice intoning this beautiful track from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.
2. Tu Aashiqui Hai
Movie: Jhankar Beats
Cast: Juhi Chawla, Rahul Bose, Sanjay Suri
KK rendered his soulful song to the romantic track, Tu Aashiqui Hai, from Jhankar Beats. Helmed by Vishal-Shekhar, the soulful track was one of the best romantic hits from 2003.
3. Yaaron
Album: Pal
The friendship anthem Yaaron is one of the most loved songs of KK. A college or school farewell is incomplete without this particular song. While our parents have Ye Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge, the 90s kids count on Yaaron to define their friendship.
4. Kya Mujhe Pyaar Hai
Movie: Woh Lamhe
Cast: Kangana Ranaut and Shiney Ahuja
Another romantic yet energetic track Kya Mujhe Pyaar Hai is sung by KK. Helmed by Pritam Chakraborty, the music video features Shiney Ahuja and Kangana Ranaut from Woh Lamhe.
5. Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai
Movie: Gangster
Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Shiney Ahuja, Emraan Hashmi
KK’s evocative vocals melted our hearts after this particular song. Tu Hi Meri Shab marks another great collaboration of Pritam and KK. The soulful song, from Gangster, remains in our top romantic tracks until now.
6. Sach Keh Raha Hai Deewana
Movie: Rehnaa Hai Tere Dil Mein
Cast: R. Madhava, Dia Mirza, Saif Ali Khan
We just can’t get over this heart-breaking, emotional song featuring our favourite R. Madhavan, aka Maddy from RHTDM. KK rendered his ethereal voice to the song, which connects to the audience even today. This one has some special place in our hearts.
7. Zara Sa
Movie: Jannat
Cast: Emraan Hashmi and Sonal Chauhan
KK shines again with the love anthem of 2012. His melodious vocals take the listeners to the world of ecstasy. While listening to Pritam’s composition in KK’s soulful voice, we just can’t resist appreciating his magnificent singing.
8. Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar
Movie: Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar
Cast: Ruslaan Mumtaz and Hazel Crowney
Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar is another masterpiece from KK’s jukebox. This one’s one of the most loved romantic tracks among teenagers. Featuring Ruslaan Mumtaz and Hazel Crowney, this particular song creates nostalgic vibes of our initial days of love.
9. Aashayein
Movie: Iqbal
Cast: Shreyas Talpade, Naseeruddin Shah, Shweta Basu Prasad
Composed by Salim-Sulaiman, Aashayein marks a powerful yet soulful song which creates a zeal inside us to achieve our dreams. KK did a wonderful job in rendering this track that only grows on you with more exposure.
10. Ankhon Mein Teri
Movie: Om Shanti Om
Cast: Deepika Padukone, Shahrukh Khan, Arjun Rampal
No artist can pull off Ankhon Mein Teri the way KK did. The artist mesmerized the audience by rendering his ethereal voice to SRK for the magnificent song from Om Shaanti Om. KK takes this Vishal-Shekhar composition to new heights with his alluringly captivating voice.
The artist’s last release was Yeh Hausa from 83. KK has a set of unreleased songs, which will see a release in the future. KK has also sung songs for Shahrukh Khan in Pathaan and Salman Khan in Tiger 3.
The mortal remains of the singer were handed over to his family from Kolkata. The last rites of the singer will be held today, and many people associated with KK, are expected to be a part of it. May his soul rest in peace.