Updated On: 12 January, 2026 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Singer and actor Prashant Tamnag, who recently passed at the age of 43 after suffering a cardiac arrest. His wife, Martha Aley, has now broken her silence on her husband`s death and dismissed speculations about foulplay in his passing away

Prashant Tamang with wife and daughter
The death of singer and actor Prashant Tamang shocked the nation. He became a household name after winning Indian Idol Season 3. Prashant died on Sunday, January 11, 2026, after suffering a cardiac arrest. His wife, Martha Aley, has now confirmed that the singer’s death was natural and happened while he was asleep, ending any speculations.
Speaking to ANI, a visibly emotional Martha expressed gratitude to fans for the support pouring in from across the world. “Thank you to everyone. I’ve been receiving calls from all over the world. People that I know, people that I don’t know, I’ve been getting flowers. People are standing outside my house, people have come to the hospital to see him for the last time,” she said.