Google Doodle celebrates singer KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath who was known for his soulful, romantic songs

Today, October 25th, 2024, Google Doodle is celebrating singer KK, aka Krishnakumar Kunnath. He is one of the finest singers of all time and was known for his soulful, romantic songs. On this day in 1996, KK debuted as a playback singer on the song Chhod Aaye Hum, which was featured in the movie Maachis.

Despite being regarded as the greatest singer of his generation, he had recorded songs in more than nine different languages. Since most of his songs are absolute gems, choosing some of his best is a daunting challenge. Nonetheless, his legacy is exemplified by several great songs, including Pal, Yaaron, Tadap Tadap, Apadi Podu, Kya Mujhe Pyar Hai, Aankhon Mein Teri, Piya Aaye Na, Zara Sa, Tu Jo Mila, and many more.

On August 23, 1968, Krishnakumar Kunnath was born in Delhi, India. Before focussing entirely on music, he briefly worked in marketing while attending Delhi University's Kirori Mal College.

He sung more than 500 songs in Hindi and more than 200 in Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam during his remarkable three-decade career.

KK won two Star Screen Awards and was nominated for six Filmfare Awards, among many other honours. He is regarded as one of the most talented playback singers in India.

In Kolkata, where he gave his farewell concert, a statue was constructed in his honour.