Actress Shefali Jariwala, known for her role in the iconic music video "Kaanta Laga," has passed away at the age of 42. She died on June 27th at her residence in Mumbai. Jariwala was cremated on June 28th at the Oshiwara Crematorium in Mumbai.
Family members, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry gathered to pay their last respects. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, was present and performed the last rites along with her father, Satish Jariwala, and younger sister, Shivani Jariwala. Several celebrities, including Shehnaaz Gill, Mika Singh, Vikas Gupta, Aarti Singh, Mahira Sharma, Rashami Desai, Bhaktiyaar Irani, Aishwarya Sakhuja, Ashok Pandit, Sunidhi Chauhan, Paras Chhabra, and Hindustani Bhau, were also present to offer their condolences.
While the official cause of death has not yet been revealed, it is believed that she died of a cardiac arrest. Some reports suggest that police sources are investigating a possible link between anti-aging injections and the cardiac arrest. Cooper Hospital has issued a statement saying that the cause of death is still unclear and that a post-mortem was conducted by government doctors. Police have registered an accidental death report (ADR) and stated that preliminary information suggests a natural death with no apparent foul play.
Jariwala was reportedly rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital on the night of June 27th and was declared dead on arrival. Her body was then taken to Cooper Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Shefali Jariwala began her career in showbiz at the age of 20. She gained immense popularity with her appearance in the "Kaanta Laga" music video in the early 2000s. She also participated in several reality shows, including "Nach Baliye," "Boogie Woogie," and "Bigg Boss 13," where she became a fan favorite. Jariwala was married to musician Harmeet Singh from Meet Brothers in 2004, but they divorced in 2009. She married actor Parag Tyagi in 2015.
The news of her sudden demise has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among her fans. Many remember her for her vibrant personality and energetic performances. Her death has sparked concern about the rising incidence of sudden cardiac deaths among middle-aged women in India, with some experts pointing to lifestyle changes and the need for increased awareness of heart health risks. Some doctors emphasize that heart disease is not just a "man's issue" and that women should prioritize regular check-ups and be aware of symptoms.
An old video of Jariwala discussing epilepsy and an astrological reading about her "sudden death" has resurfaced and gone viral. Jariwala's death serves as a reminder of the importance of women's cardiac health and the need for systemic change in how it is addressed.
