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Atheist Krishna, a popular digital creator from Hyderabad known for photoshopping images and turning them into memes, passed away on July 23 due to complications from pneumonia. The news of his death was confirmed by his brother through a WhatsApp message. He gained recognition after his spoof video featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi dancing on stage ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections went viral, prompting a reaction from PM Modi himself.
Fondly known as “Atheist Krishna,” he garnered a fan following, carving a niche with his satire, meme culture with emotionally resonant Photoshop edits.
In 2019, Akshay Kumar recorded a special video message for the creator. “Hi Krishna, this is Akshay,” the actor said. “Some of my friends follow your content and showed me the incredible work you do with Photoshop to bring smiles to people’s faces. I recently showed one of your memes to our Prime Minister, and he had a hearty laugh. Keep spreading joy with your clean and honest humour,” Kumar added.
In recent weeks, Krishna had reportedly been preparing for surgery when he contracted pneumonia. His condition deteriorated quickly, and he passed away at 4.30 am on Tuesday. News of his passing was first shared by X user @nainaverse and later confirmed by his family.
Soon after the news came to light, social media users paid their condolences, and remembered his craft. “This is shocking. He was so kind. Once I had requested him to PS my grandmoms pic as her last years were in bandage and I wished to have a family pic without the bandage. He immediately helped. He looked pretty young to leave. Om Shanti,” a user wrote.
“This is soo heartbreaking. Such a kind soul full of life and joy. Our twitter journey started almost together and had known him since. Just praying to Mahadev and Maa Adi Shakti to grant his soul mukti,” another user commented. “Sad to hear this. Was a kind and creative gentleman. May he rest in peace,” a third user reacted.
