India, Jan. 11 -- Indian Idol season 3 winner Prashant Tamang is no more. The Paatal Lok actor died at the age of 43 on Sunday, January 11, 2026. His mortal remains were found in his Delhi home. While initial reports suggest he died after a sudden heart attack, formal medical results are awaited.

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The 43-year-old Prashant Tamang is best known as the Indian Idol season 3 winner, after beating Amit Paul in the grand finale. He took the trophy home in 2007. Before gaining fame after winning the reality show, Tamang worked as a constable for the Kolkata Police. He is now known for songs like Bir Gorkhali and Asare Mahinama. A native of West Bengal's Darjeel...