Career
He was an attacking midfielder and was known as the "Indian Maradona" among his fans due to his footballing skills and playing style.1
Krishanu began his professional career in the Kolkata League with the Calcutta Police Team in 1979 and shifted to Calcutta Portuguese Trust Team in 1980. After spending a couple of seasons there, he joined Mohun Bagan in 1982. He played for Mohun Bagan till 1984 and then joined their arch-rival East Bengal Club in 1985.
He played for East Bengal continuously for a period of 7 years before returning to Mohun Bagan in 1992.
Krishanu again returned to East Bengal in 1994 for a season before joining his employer Food Corporation of India"s football team in 1995. He played for them till his retirement in 1997.
He was the captain of the Indian team in 1992 Asian Cup.7.
