Last Updated: 12 Dec, 2023 | Views: 930
Age: 53
Profession: Singer
Other Profession(s): Lyricist, Composer
Famous For: Pal In 1999
Higher Education: Graduation
Net Worth: $19 Million
About (profile/biography)
Krishnakumar Kunnath made a name for himself in India as a playback singer. He recorded music in various languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. His career began with singing jingles for advertisements. And he made his debut as a playback singer with A.R. Rahman's famous songs “Kalluri Saaley” and “Hello Dr.” But it wasn’t until his album “Pal” did he really make a hit. The song “Pal” and “Yaaron” became increasingly popular and were commonly used in end of school year events and parties. On May 31st, 2022 at the age of 53 KK passed away due to Cardiac Arrest.
Career
In 1999: KK made his Bollywood breakthrough with the song “Tadap Tadap” from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.
In 2008: KK launched his second Album, Humsafar. The songs "Aasman Ke,” "Dekho Na," "Yeh Kahan Mil Gaye Hum," and "Rain Bhai Kaari (Maajhi)" are famous from this Album
In 2008: The singer sang “Tanha Chala” for the show “The Ghost”, which was telecast on Pakistani TV.
In 2015: KK was invited as a jury member for the television singing reality show “Indian Idol Junior season 2.”
In 2015: KK sang the famous song "Tu Jo Mila" of Bajrangi Bhaijaan composed by Pritam Chakraborty.
Awards and Achievement:
In 2009: KK received the “Screen Award” in the category of Best Playback Singer-Male for the song Khuda Jane Ke.
In 2010: KK received the “South Filmfare Award” in the category of Best Playback Singer-Male.
Unknown Facts
The singer worked as a Salesman before moving into the World of Music.
In 1999: KK sang the "Josh of India" song to support the Indian Cricket Team during the Cricket World Cup.