Actor Shefali Jariwala Dies at 42: ‘Kaanta Laga’ Star Suffers Cardiac Arrest in Mumbai
Live Updates: Actor and model Shefali Jariwala, fondly remembered as the “Kaanta Laga girl,” passed away at the age of 42 late Friday night in Mumbai. Her sudden death has left the entertainment industry and her fans in shock.
According to early reports, Shefali collapsed at home and was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital around midnight by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, along with three others. Doctors later confirmed she had died of cardiac arrest. Paparazzi captured a heartbroken Parag exiting the hospital.
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🌟 A Brief Look at Her Career
Shefali rose to stardom in the early 2000s with her iconic appearance in the music video “Kaanta Laga”, which became a cultural phenomenon. While she didn’t pursue a full-fledged Bollywood career, she featured in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and the Kannada hit Hudugaru.
She also had a prominent presence on Indian television, participating in:
- Nach Baliye (two seasons)
- Boogie Woogie
- Bigg Boss 13, where she emerged as a fan favorite
đź’” Personal Life
Shefali entered the industry at age 20 and was widely known for her vibrant and lively personality. She married musician Harmeet Singh of Meet Bros fame in 2004, but the couple divorced in 2009.
In 2015, she married actor Parag Tyagi, known for his roles in Pavitra Rishta, Brahmarakshas, Jodha Akbar, and Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki.
