Shefali Jariwala Passes Away:
The illustrious actress and model Shefali Jariwala tragically passed away late Friday night. Reports suggest she experienced a cardiac arrest after which her husband, Parag Tyagi, swiftly took her to the hospital. Unfortunately, doctors pronounced her dead upon arrival. The entertainment industry and her fans are engulfed in sorrow due to her untimely demise.
Her body was brought to Cooper Hospital in Andheri around 12:30 AM for a post-mortem. According to the Assistant Medical Officer at Cooper Hospital, since the body was transferred from another hospital, the exact cause of death will only be determined after the post-mortem results.
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Meanwhile, Mumbai Police visited Shefali's Andheri residence late at night for investigation. The forensic team was present and conducted a thorough examination of the house. Although no official statement has been made about her death, the manner of the police and forensic team’s investigation has raised suspicions.
'Kanta Laga' Brought Her Recognition
Shefali Jariwala captured audiences with her brilliant acting and mesmerizing beauty. Her dance in the iconic 2002 music video 'Kanta Laga' catapulted her to stardom overnight. With a glamorous look, numerous tattoos, a belly button piercing, and modern outfits, she was famously known as the 'Kanta Laga Girl' and began a new era of remix music in the nation.
In addition to this, she appeared in many TV serials and projects, receiving considerable praise.
Shefali made her mark as a contestant in Bigg Boss Season 13, entering the show as a wild card. Her behavior and kindness towards others endeared her to audiences. Hosted by superstar Salman Khan, she also participated in the dance reality show Nach Baliye Season 5.
In Indian pop culture, Shefali remained a prominent name. The release of the 'Kanta Laga' song instantly turned into a national hit, gifting her glamorous stardom.
The 2002 release of 'Kanta Laga' featured Shefali Jariwala and was a recreation of the famous song 'Kanta Laga' from the 1964 film 'Samjhauta', originally sung by Lata Mangeshkar with music by Kalyanji-Anandji.
DJ Doll recreated the 2002 version, and T-Series released the song.
Originally From Gujarat
Born on December 15, 1982, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Shefali Jariwala was the daughter of Satish and Sunita Jariwala. In 2014, she married TV serial actor Parag Tyagi.
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Disappearance After 'Kanta Laga'
Shefali recently revealed in an interview with Times of India why she took a long career break after the success of 'Kanta Laga'. She disclosed that at 15, she was diagnosed with epilepsy, and it took about 15 years for her to recover fully.
Her Final Instagram Post
Three days ago, Shefali shared her final Instagram post, featuring six of her photos with the caption 'Bling it on baby'.
Film critic Vickey Lalwani confirmed Shefali's passing on his Instagram. He wrote that she was brought to Bellevue Multi-specialty Hospital on Friday. Her husband and three others were with her. The hospital reception staff confirmed her death, stating, 'Shefali was brought here deceased.' Her husband and a few others had accompanied her.
Famous singer Mika Singh expressed his condolences on his Instagram, writing, 'I'm in shock, deeply saddened... Our beloved star and my best friend has left us. It's unbelievable.'
Fans Mourn on Social Media
Fans and followers of Shefali have expressed their grief on social media. They find it hard to believe that she has left the world so suddenly.
A user named Ashish Singh wrote, 'Shefali was the best actress, the best dancer, the best human, and the best Bigg Boss contestant.'
Another user expressed sorrow on X, noting that Shefali was only 42 and is no more. It's horrifying that seemingly healthy people are leaving the world so soon. What's happening? Life feels more fragile than ever. This news breaks the heart.