Prashant Tamang Dies at 43: Indian Idol Season 3 Winner Passes Away Due to Sudden Cardiac Arrest

India: Prashant Tamang, the beloved singer and actor best known for winning Indian Idol Season 3 in 2007, tragically passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 43.

According to multiple reports from reliable sources, he suffered a sudden heart attack at his residence in New Delhi (Janakpuri area). He was rushed to a hospital in Dwarka, where he was declared dead. Preliminary reports suggest it was a sudden and unexpected event, with no prior major health warnings mentioned.

Born on January 4, 1983, in Darjeeling, West Bengal, Prashant rose from humble beginnings as a Kolkata Police constable to national fame through Indian Idol. He later pursued acting, notably appearing in the acclaimed web series *Paatal Lok* (Season 2) and Nepali films, earning admiration from the Gorkha/Nepali community and beyond.

The news has shocked the entertainment industry, with tributes pouring in on social media and elsewhere, remembering him as a versatile talent and an inspiration.