Actor and model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her breakout appearance in the iconic music video Kaanta Laga, has reportedly passed away. She was 41. According to media reports, Shefali was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai on Friday by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, and three others. However, hospital staff confirmed that she had already passed away before being brought in.
“Shefali had expired before she was brought in. Her husband and a few others accompanied the body," said a staff member at the hospital’s reception, as quoted in initial reports.
The cause of death is currently unknown. There has been no official statement yet from the family or her representatives.
Shefali Jariwala became a household name in the early 2000s with her sizzling performance in the remix video Kaanta Laga, earning her the moniker “Kaanta Laga Girl." She later featured in Salman Khan’s Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and participated in reality shows like Nach Baliye and Bigg Boss 13.
Shefali was known for her outspoken personality and strong presence on social media. Over the years, she also became an advocate for mental health awareness and women’s empowerment.
Her sudden passing has shocked fans and colleagues across the entertainment industry. Tributes have already begun pouring in on social media, remembering her as a “vibrant, fearless" artist who left a lasting impression in the world of pop culture.
Shefali is survived by her husband Parag Tyagi.
More details regarding the cause of death and funeral arrangements are awaited.
