Legendary guitarist Mahesh Tinaikar dies at 63

Mahesh Tinaikar, the guitarist for the renowned rock band Indus Creed, passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 63. According to reports, he died of a heart attack. His passing has sent a wave of grief through the Indian music fraternity. 

Mahesh was among the musicians who played a crucial role in giving rock music a distinct identity in



India. With his passing, the music world has lost an artist whose contributions will continue to inspire future generations of rock musicians. 

Actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar paid an emotional tribute to him on social media, while singer and composer Vishal Dadlani also expressed deep sorrow over his death.