Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Actor, Police Constable |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 04/01/1983 |
| Age | 43 years (died on 11, Jan, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Tungsung Village, Darjeeling, West Bengal |
| Date of Death | 11/01/2026 |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Prashant Tamang
13/01/2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over Tamang's death in a condolence letter addressed to his wife, Martha Aley Tamang. The letter described him as a symbol of determination and talent whose life story would inspire young people.
11/01/2026
Singer and actor Prashant Tamang, the Indian Idol Season 3 winner, died at his residence in New Delhi at the age of 43. He was reportedly found unresponsive, and a suspected cardiac arrest was cited, while his wife later said the death was natural. Tributes followed from politicians and fellow artists, including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Arpan Tamang |
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| Known For | Being the winner of Indian Idol Season 3 (2007) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Robert's School, Darjeeling |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Buddhism |
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| Ethnicity | Nepali |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Tattoo | On his right hand: Ama with heartbeat |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Martha Aley aka Gita Thapa |
| Marriage Date | 16/02/2011 |
| Spouse | Geeta Thapa (Martha Alley) |
Family
| Father | Madan Tamang (deceased) |
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| Mother | Rupa Tamang |
| Siblings | Sister - Archana Tamang (elder) |
| Spouse | Geeta Thapa (Martha Alley) |
| Children | Daughter - Aria Tamang |
Career
| Debut |
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| Post-Indian Idol Career | After winning Indian Idol, Prashant released his debut album Dhanyavad featuring songs in Nepali and Hindi. He made notable appearances in Nepali films including Gorkha Paltan (2010), Angalo Yo Maya Ko (2011), Kina Maya Ma (2011), Nishani (2014), Pardesi (2015), and Ye Maya Hanaima (2016). He appeared in Paatal Lok Season 2 and performed in concerts worldwide including the USA. He also made a cameo appearance in the television series Amber Dhara and had recently filmed for the Hindi war drama Battle of Galwan before his death. | ||||
| Other Works | Sang for Nepali films such as Himmat 2 alongside fellow Indian Idol contestant Charu Semwal. Performed in the police orchestra during his service with Kolkata Police. |
Favourites
| Footballer | Antony |
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| Sport | Football |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Maruti SX4 ZXI BS III |
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| Bike Collection | 2020 Yamaha YZF-R6 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Prashant grew up in Tungsung Village, Darjeeling, and developed a passion for football during his childhood. | |
| 2. After his father's passing at the age of 10, his family faced financial struggles, prompting his mother to start a small daily needs store. | |
| 3. He joined the Kolkata Police at the age of 18, continuing his father's legacy, while also performing in the orchestra. | |
| 4. Despite no formal training in singing, he confidently participated in Indian Idol 3, which was supported by his senior officer. | |
| 5. Prashant's victory on Indian Idol was met with controversy involving an RJ’s insensitive comments, which led to widespread protests from the Gorkha community. | |
| 6. After his father's passing, his family faced financial struggles, prompting his mother to start a small daily needs store. | |
| 7. He joined the Kolkata Police as a constable at age 18, continuing his father's legacy, while also performing in the police orchestra. | |
| 8. He secured approximately 70 million votes in the Indian Idol Season 3 finale. | |
| 9. His victory was widely celebrated as a historic moment for the Nepali-speaking community across India and abroad. |
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