Google celebrated the legacy of Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, also known as KK, with an animated doodle on Friday, October 25. This tribute marks the anniversary of his first Bollywood song, ‘Chhod Aaye Hum ,’ which was released on this day in 1996 as part of the film Maachis , directed by Gulzar. A Visual Tribute The Google Doodle features KK standing and singing with a microphone in hand, set against the backdrop of the Google logo.
The illustration is enhanced with musical notes and star emojis, encapsulating the vibrancy of his musical journey. In a note on their website, Google explained the significance of the doodle: “This Doodle celebrates Krishnakumar Kunnath, also known as KK, a successful Indian playback singer most known for his versatility. He is widely remembered for recording songs in several languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, and Gujarati.
” A Rich Musical Legacy KK is celebrated for his contributions to the Indian music industry, having recorded over 500 songs in Hindi and more than 200 songs in languages such as Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, and Malayalam. His ability to connect with listeners through heartfelt performances is reflected in his popular tracks, including ‘Khuda Jaane,’ ‘Ankhon Mein Teri, ’ and ‘Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai .’ Throughout his three-decade career, he became synonymous with emotional and versatile singing.
The singer's untimely passing on May 31, 202.
