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Prashant Tamang, last seen in Paatal Lok season 2, died of an alleged stroke at the age of 43 in Delhi on Sunday. Further details on his untimely demise

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are awaited. According to reports, he had returned home after his live performance in Arunachal Pradesh. Hailing from Darjeeling, he won the third season of Indian Idol. Tamang had acted in multiple Nepali films before making his web debut with Paatal Lok season 2. He was also signed for a pivotal role in the upcoming Salman Khan film, Battle Of Galwan. An excited Prashant shared multiple posts from the sets on his Instagram handle.

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\nOn November 19, 2025, Prashant shared pictures with the team of Battle Of Galwan. His caption read, “The Battle Of Galwan Team.” Earlier, he posted pictures with his team from the film’s set and wrote, “Now this is something. Really excited. Thank You (sic)”\n
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Prashant Tamang death

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\nAccording to reports, the 43-year-old was declared dead at a hospital in Dwarka at approximately 9:00 AM on Sunday. The singer was touring in Arunachal Pradesh and had returned to Delhi recently. He showed no signs of ill-health. Earlier reports stated it was a heart attack. The reason behind his death is yet to be confirmed. Prashant is survived by his wife, Geeta Thapa (Martha Alley). The couple has a daughter named Ariah Tamang. \n
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\nIn a statement, Prashant’s friend Rajesh Ghatani said, “Today, all the Nepali singers who go and sing on big stages, the courage to reach reality shows came because of Prashant. Even when I met him just recently, he was happily saying that he had done good work in Salman’s film. Through songs and music, he connected Nepalis scattered all over the world.”\n
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Prashant Tamang funeral

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\nPrashant’s funeral details are yet to be disclosed. Reportedly, the family is discussing whether to take his mortal remains to Darjeeling for the final rites or to conduct the funeral in Delhi.\n

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Prashant Tamang Death: Indian Idol 3 Winner To Be Seen With Salman Khan In Last Film Battle Of Galwan

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