Marathi Influencer Prathamesh Kadam Dies At 26 After Battling Undisclosed Illness

Social media influencer and content creator Prathamesh Kadan passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 26. Reports have not revealed the exact cause of his death yet. The news has shocked his fans, fellow creators and the Marathi digital community. Prathamesh enjoyed strong popularity among Marathi content creators, and his reels with his mother, Pragya Kadam, often went viral. His close friend and content creator, Tanmay Patekar, was among the first to share the news of his passing in an Instagram post.

Tanmay Patekar confirmed that Prathamesh Kadam breathed his last on January 26, 2026, after battling an undisclosed illness. He announced the news on Instagram by sharing an emotional tribute to his close friend, which left fans heartbroken.

Tanmay posted several cherished moments with Prathamesh and wrote, “You will always be remembered. Prathamesh, take care of yourself at home! I will miss you a lot Miss You Bhai.” He also shared Prathamesh’s home address and informed followers that the funeral procession would begin there. Many people commented and paid their respects.

According to reports, Prathamesh had earlier spoken about his health issues through video updates. Even while undergoing hospital treatment, he continued to post humorous reels, reflecting his positive spirit. His final Instagram post is from January 5, and it is a New Year's song video.

Prathamesh lost his father a few years ago, and he is now survived by his mother and sister.