Beloved Mumbai Singer Rishabh Tandon, Known as Faqeer, Dies Suddenly

On October 22nd, 2025, the entertainment world was struck by the tragic news of the sudden passing of Mumbai-based singer and actor Rishabh Tandon, popularly known as Faqeer. According to reports, Tandon had traveled to Delhi to meet his family when he suffered a fatal heart attack.

Tandon was a well-known figure in the Mumbai music scene, known for his soulful performances and reflections on the higher energies that he believed possessed him during his art. In one of his Instagram posts, he had shared his experiences, saying, "I used to wonder, listening to the senior artist talking about surrendering to higher energies and not being just themselves on their #stage ... and then, I experienced this stage, as my #stage, now knowing what they meant... I know its not me but a higher energy an artist is possessed by... Possessed to deliver Art, Art from the Creator, The higher energy..."

Tandon's unexpected death has left his friends, family, and legions of fans in a state of shock and grief. The artist had numerous unreleased songs that he was working on before his untimely passing, further adding to the sense of loss felt by those who appreciated his unique artistry.