Singer Rishabh Tandon, Known as Faqeer, Dies of Heart Attack at 35

Singer, composer, and actor Rishabh Tandon, popularly known by his stage name Faqeer, passed away at the age of 35 following a heart attack. The news, first confirmed by NDTV, left fans and well-wishers shocked and grieving on social media.

His wife, Olesya Nedobegova, later took to Instagram to share an emotional tribute, posting a series of pictures with him. “I can’t find the words… You left me… My beloved husband, friend, partner… I swear I’ll make all your dreams come true… You’re not dead, you’re with me, my soul, my heart, my love, my king,” she wrote.

Rishabh was reportedly in Delhi to celebrate Diwali with his family when the tragedy occurred.

Tandon had made a name for himself in the independent music scene and had also drawn media attention for his personal life. His name was once linked with actor Sara Khan after a photo of her wearing sindoor sparked marriage rumors, which she later denied.

He later married Olesya Nedobegova, a Russian national. In an earlier interview with The Times of India, Rishabh had opened up about their relationship, saying, “Life after marriage has been quite exciting, especially since my wife, Olesya, is from Russia. Of course, we’ve faced some challenges with language barriers and cultural differences, but the love language we share has helped us navigate through these hurdles. Our mutual understanding and deep affection for one another allow us to bond on a much deeper, more profound level.”