Atheist Krishna, a 23-year-old digital content creator celebrated for his witty memes and emotionally resonant Photoshop edits, passed away in the early hours of July 23, 2025, due to complications from pneumonia, his brother confirmed via WhatsApp. The talented creator had recently undergone surgery, but his condition rapidly deteriorated after contracting pneumonia .

Krishna’s authentic and humorous content earned widespread acclaim, catching the attention of Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, who shared a heartfelt video message acknowledging the impact of Krishna's work . In that message, Kumar revealed that PM Narendra Modi had seen one of Krishna’s memes and “had a hearty laugh,” prompting Krishna to break into tears of joy .

Social media continues to mourn Krishna’s passing. One close friend on X shared that on July 10, Krishna texted, “it would be a miracle if I survive this,” capturing the fragility that preceded his untimely death. Fans and fellow creators have hailed him as the “Prince of Funny Photoshop Videos,” remembering both his humor and the warmth behind his work .

Krishna's legacy lies in his ability to bridge laughter and emotion - bringing smiles to thousands, including a prime minister. His sudden departure leaves a creative void felt deeply across the digital community.