Shefali Jariwala, famously known as the “Kaanta Laga girl”, passed away at the age of 42 in Mumbai on the night of June 27, 2025. Here’s what we know:
What Happened
- Cardiac Arrest: According to multiple reports, she suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at home. She was rushed by her husband, Parag Tyagi, and others to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital but was declared dead on arrival .
- Post-Mortem: Her body was sent to Cooper Hospital for a routine post-mortem. Police and forensic teams responded to the scene .
15 December 1982 – 27 June 2025) was an Indian actress and model who appeared in several Hindi music videos,[4] reality shows and films.[5] She is known for the music video Kaanta Laga. She participated in the dance reality shows Nach Baliye 5 and Nach Baliye 7along with Parag Tyagi. In 2019, she participated in Bigg Boss 13. In 2018, she played the female lead in ALT Balaji's web series Baby Come Naaopposite Shreyas Talpade.[6]
Career & Legacy
- Breakthrough: Rose to fame in 2002 with the remix track “Kaanta Laga”, becoming a mainstream pop-cultural sensation .
- Acting & Reality TV: Featured in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and starred in reality shows including Nach Baliye Seasons 5 & 7, and Bigg Boss 13 in 2019 .
- Personal Life: Born December 15, 1982 in Mumbai, held a degree in IT from Sardar Patel College of Engineering. She had publicly shared her battle with epilepsy and depression .
Her Husband: Parag Tyagi
- Married in August 2014 after dating four years; Tyagi is known for roles in Pavitra Rishta, Brahmarakshas, and films like A Wednesday! and Sarkar 3 .
- He was visibly heartbroken at the hospital when news broke of her demise .
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