Popular Digital Creator ‘Atheist Krishna’ Passes Away Due to Pneumonia

Bhubaneswar: Renowned digital creator ‘Atheist Krishna’, hailing from Odisha’s Koraput district, passed away in the early hours of Wednesday following complications related to pneumonia. He was reportedly preparing for surgery when his health suddenly deteriorated, according to family sources.

Widely admired for his unique fusion of satire and emotion, Krishna gained massive popularity across social media platforms. Under the moniker ‘Atheist Krishna’, he became known for his emotionally charged Photoshop edits and witty meme content, often recreating long-lost family moments that deeply moved his audience.

Starting from niche internet circles, his work quickly found widespread appeal for its originality and emotional resonance. His growing influence even caught the attention of Bollywood. Superstar Akshay Kumar had previously acknowledged Krishna’s talent in a heartfelt video message:

“Some of my friends follow your content and showed me the incredible work you do with Photoshop to bring smiles to people’s faces,” the actor had said. “I recently showed one of your memes to our Prime Minister, and he had a hearty laugh.”

The viral video brought Krishna nationwide recognition and solidified his standing as a heartfelt and humorous content creator.

In recent weeks, Krishna had been battling undisclosed health issues and was preparing to undergo surgery. However, he contracted pneumonia, which led to a rapid decline in his condition. He passed away around 4:30 AM on Wednesday.

News of his untimely demise first surfaced on social media, shared by a fellow user with the handle @nainaverse, and was later confirmed by Krishna’s family.

His death has left fans, creators, and admirers across the country mourning the loss of a truly original voice in the digital space.