Kaanta Laga star Shefali Jariwala's shocking death: What we know so far
Shefali Jariwala Cause of Death: Shefali Jariwala, known as the 'Kaanta Laga Girl' and a popular Bigg Boss 13 contestant, died suddenly at 42 after suffering a cardiac arrest on 27 June. Her husband Parag Tyagi and three others rushed her to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai where doctors declared her dead. Her body was later sent to Cooper Hospital for post-mortem. Tributes poured in from friends and celebrities, leaving the entertainment world and her fans in deep shock.
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Shefali Jariwala, remembered for her hit music video Kaanta Laga and Bigg Boss 13, died of a cardiac arrest at 42. Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai confirmed her death late on 27 June.Her husband Parag Tyagi, along with three others, rushed her to the hospital that night. She was declared dead on arrival.Journalist Vickey Lalwani posted, 'I can confirm that she was brought dead to Bellevue Multispeciality hospital (opposite Star Bazaar Andheri) about 45 minutes prior to this post. Shefali was rushed to the hospital by her husband and three others.'A hospital staff member told Times of India, "Shefali had expired before she was brought in. Her husband and a few others accompanied the body."When asked for more, the hospital's RMO said, "For further details, please speak to Dr Vijay Lulla (cardiologist)." Dr Lulla did not deny the death but added, "I cannot divulge any details regarding any patient."Following her passing, Shefali's body was shifted to Cooper Hospital in Andheri for a post-mortem. Late Saturday night, Parag Tyagi was seen leaving the hospital. He looked devastated as he made his way home alone.Photos and videos of Parag's silent walk from the hospital have now emerged online. Fans reacted with sadness.Shefali shot to fame in the early 2000s as the face of Kaanta Laga. The song's huge success earned her the nickname 'Kaanta Laga Girl'. She went on to act in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi with Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Priyanka Chopra.Later, Shefali entered the reality TV space. She joined Bigg Boss 13, hosted by Salman Khan, where she made headlines for her past relationship with the late Sidharth Shukla. She also danced alongside Parag Tyagi in Nach Baliye 5 and Nach Baliye 7.Shefali first married musician Harmeet Singh of Meet Brothers in 2004. They parted ways in 2009. She found love again and married actor Parag Tyagi in 2015.Shefali's sudden death left fellow actors and fans shaken. Social media filled with tributes within hours.Aly Goni simply wrote, "RIP." Rajiv Adatia said, "This is so sad." Actress Monalisa reacted, "What?"Divyanka Tripathi posted on X, "Still can't process the news about Shefali. Gone too soon. Deeply sad for her husband and the family."Singer Mika Singh shared, "I'm deeply shocked, saddened, and feeling a heavy heart… Our beloved star and my dearest friend @shefalijariwala has left us. Still can't believe it. You will always be remembered for your grace, smile, and spirit. Om Shanti."Tehseen Poonawalla, also part of Bigg Boss 13, wrote, "Absolutely stunned to hear my friend Shefali Jariwala is no more. I last met her at a party. Life is so short. She was in #BiggBoss13 with me. Incredible how #SidharthShukla and now she, from my season, are no more. Sending love and healing to her loved ones!"For now, no detailed family statement has come out. Close friends expect an official note soon. Fans continue to share memories, celebrating Shefali's screen presence and recalling her smile.Her final rites will follow once the post-mortem concludes. The industry mourns another sudden loss, with many remembering her as a star who left too early.
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