Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK was one of the most loved Bollywood playback singers. He passed away tragically on the night of 31st May, 2022 right after his last performance at Kolkata. Some say it was the strobe lights, some say it was the Carbon Dioxide gas from the fire extinguishers, and some say it was the Air Conditioning, or lack thereof. Here’s out exclusive byte on what we know till now about this national loss, and what could have happened.

Last moments of KK aka Krishnakumar Kunnath performing at Nazrul Manch indoor auditorium in Kolkata, West Bengal.

KK Live Performance in Kolkata

KK performed two consecutive live concerts in Kolkata, his last being at Nazrul Mancha on the night of 31st May, 2022. Little did his fans fathom that this would unfortunately be the last concert he would ever perform. The Nazrul Mancha is an indoor amphitheater in Kolkata, West Bengal. In fact, it is one of the largest indoor auditoriums in the state. The entire auditorium is equipped with central air conditioning and state-of-the-art light and sound infrastructure. The seating capacity of this auditorium is 2500 pax but allegedly on the night of 31st May, 2022, there were more than 5000 people crowding this venue.

The seating capacity of Nazrul Mancha is 2500 seats but on the night KK performed, it was filled with 5000 people.

Reason for KK’s Tragic Collapse

Our team had the chance to speak to a few event organisers at Nazrul Mancha, Kolkata and here’s what we know exclusively –

  • The auditorium had a seating capacity of 2500 people, but fans flocked in thousands to see their beloved KK perform live. Hence, the actual crowd inside this cramped indoor auditorium on 31st May night was more than 5000!
  • There was gross negligence on the part of the Nazrul Mancha staff. The maintenance of the air conditioning system was long overdue. KK had complained to the staff that the AC was not working. He was also seen sweating abnormally during the concert.
  • The failure of the Nazrul Mancha management led to the entry of more than 5000 people in the audience. This was well above health and safety parameters.
  • The students of Gurudas College, were also to blame. Videos of Gurudas College students opening Carbon Dioxide fire extinguishers inside the auditorium were released after the demise of KK.
  • Even after KK exited the stage upon feeling extremely unwell, the crowd did not give him space. KK was escorted to his vehicle just after that. Even during this, the crowd did not given him space to breath. You can see videos of KK being surrounded by the mob as he is taken outside the auditorium.

So did Kolkata Kill KK?

On the night of 31st May, 2022, the mean temperature in Kolkata was 31 °C with an average 70% humidity. Add all the other aforementioned unfavourable factors with this. The inevitable result is that Kolkata did kill KK. However, the lakhs of soulful people of Kolkata should not be judged based on the actions of a few thousands. Moreover, there are several talented actors, singers, and other celebrities from Kolkata. For example, Pritam, Shaan, Bipasha Basu, Mouni Roy, and others. If you wish to know more about these celebs, then stay tuned to CelebsPride.