Shefali Jariwala, widely known and remembered for her unforgettable performance in the early 2000s chartbuster Kaanta Laga, passed away late Friday night. The 42-year-old was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, where she was pronounced dead on arrival, according to hospital sources. Here’s all you need to know about Shefali Jariwala, the girl who shot to fame overnight with the massively successful song.
Who was Shefali Jariwala?
Jariwala became a household name after appearing in the remix of Kaanta Laga in 2002, which quickly turned into a pop culture phenomenon. Her sudden rise to fame got her many more movie and television stints. She was seen in the popular reality show Bigg Boss 13, where she shared the screen with Sidharth Shukla and Asim Riaz.
In addition to her television appearances, she also appeared in Bollywood. One of her most notable roles came in the 2004 film Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, starring Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Priyanka Chopra.
She was also a contestant on Nach Baliye seasons 5 and 7, appearing alongside her husband, Parag Tyagi. The couple, who got married in 2015, had become a familiar couple in the world of reality television.
Shefali Jariwala’s personal life and background
Born in Gujarat, Shefali held a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Sardar Patel Engineering College. Despite her glamorous public persona, she had a solid academic foundation and a lesser-known career in computer applications before transitioning fully into entertainment.
Her first marriage was to Harmeet Singh, one half of the popular musical duo Meet Bros. The couple wed in 2004 but parted ways in 2009 following a contentious legal separation. In later years, Shefali married Parag Tyagi, after the two met through mutual friends. Their relationship reportedly began in 2011 and culminated in marriage four years later.
Shefali Jariwala’s health battle
Although she remained active in the public eye, Jariwala reportedly had been quietly battling epilepsy for much of her life. Allegedly, she experienced her first seizure at the age of 15, with stress and anxiety believed to be triggers for the condition. This aspect of her life, while not publicly confirmed by her family, was reportedly a long-standing personal struggle.
Shefali Jariwala’s wealth and net worth
Several media outlets have reported that Jariwala leaves behind an estimated net worth of Rs 7.5 crore, which is mostly her earnings from her work in television, music videos, films, and endorsements. However, these financial details have not been officially verified.
Her death has left fans and colleagues shocked. While the entertainment industry mourns her loss, her family has requested privacy during this difficult time.