Popular actress and reality TV personality Shefali Jariwala, best remembered as the ‘Kaanta Laga’ girl, passed away on June 27, 2025, following a cardiac arrest at her Mumbai home. She was 42.
Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, rushed her to the hospital, but doctors pronounced her dead on arrival. The sudden demise shocked fans and the entertainment industry alike.
Rise to Fame
Born on December 15, 1982, in Mumbai, Shefali catapulted to stardom with her bold performance in the iconic 2002 remix “Kaanta Laga.” The music video turned her into a pop culture sensation overnight.
Career Highlights
She appeared in more remixes such as “Sweet Honey Mix” and “Kabhi Aar Kabhi Paar.” Her brief Bollywood appearance came with “Mujhse Shaadi Karogi” in 2004. She also acted in the Kannada film “Huduguru” in 2011.
She was a familiar face on Indian television, having participated in Nach Baliye 5 and 7 alongside Parag. She also gained renewed attention with her entry in Bigg Boss 13, where her composed yet assertive demeanor was well appreciated. In 2018, she played the lead in the web series “Baby Come Naa” on ALTBalaji.
Personal Life & Health
Shefali was earlier married to Harmeet Singh of Meet Bros (2004–2009). She met Parag in 2010, and the couple married in 2014. Academically inclined, Shefali held a degree in Computer Applications from Sardar Patel College. She courageously lived with epilepsy since age 15.
Her sudden death comes as a tragic loss to millions who grew up watching her, as well as her loved ones.