Popular actress and model Shefali Jariwala, widely known for her breakout role in the 2002 chartbuster ‘Kaanta Laga’, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2025, in Mumbai due to sudden cardiac arrest. She was 42 years old.
- Shefali Jariwala’s Early Life and Education Born on August 15, 1982, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Shefali was a Sagittarius by zodiac. She completed her schooling at Jamnabai Narsee School and pursued engineering from Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Anand, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology.
- Career Highlights
Shefali rose to fame overnight in 2002 with her sensational debut in the music video ‘Kaanta Laga’, which became a massive hit across the country. Her fame led to cameo appearances in Bollywood films, including Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004).
Known for her charm and dance moves, she remained a popular face in the entertainment industry and appeared in several television reality shows:
Nach Baliye 5 (2012)
Nach Baliye 7 (2015)
Bigg Boss 13 (2019, wild card entry)
She was also loved for her appearances in web series and ad campaigns, maintaining a glamorous yet grounded public image throughout her career.
- Personal Life
Shefali was known for her vibrant personality and her love for dancing, swimming, and traveling. A non-vegetarian by food preference, she often shared her passion for animals and considered her pet pug Simba as her own child.
She had two tattoos—a heart with wings on her back and a flock of birds on her left hand, both symbolizing freedom and love.
- Relationships & Marriages
First Marriage: She tied the knot with music director Harmeet Singh (of Meet Bros fame) in 2005, but the marriage ended in 2009.
She later registered an FIR against Harmeet, accusing him of assault and domestic abuse, which brought significant media attention at the time.
Second Marriage: On August 12, 2014, Shefali married TV actor Parag Tyagi, her longtime boyfriend. The couple was admired for their chemistry and participated together in dance reality shows. Despite their strong bond, they did not have children, and Shefali often referred to her dog Simba as her son.
She also had past associations with actor Sidharth Shukla, who also passed away unexpectedly in 2021.
- Sudden Demise
On the night of June 27, 2025, Shefali reportedly collapsed at her Andheri residence and was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital, where she was declared dead on arrival.
Doctors confirmed cardiac arrest as the preliminary cause but noted that Shefali had no known history of heart disease and was not on any heart-related medication. She was reportedly undergoing anti-aging treatments but was otherwise considered healthy by her family and physicians.
- Family
Shefali leaves behind the following survivors:
Husband: Parag Tyagi
Mother: Sunita Jariwala
Father: Satish Jariwala
Sister: Shivani Jariwala
Her sudden demise has left her family, friends, and fans in deep shock and sorrow. The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a truly charismatic and resilient artist who made her mark with grace and grit.
Rest in peace, Shefali Jariwala (‘Kaanta Laga’ Girl). Your light will continue to shine through your unforgettable performances and the memories you’ve left behind.