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New Indian Express
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Life gives ‘Kaanta Laga girl' Shefali Jariwala a second chance, from pain to love
Actor Shefali Jariwala, widely known as the 'Kaanta Laga girl', passed away at the age of 42, leaving many in shock. She was married to television actor Parag Tyagi. However, before meeting Parag, Shefali was married to musician Harmeet Singh in 2004 and later separated in 2009. In an interview with Times Now, Shefali expressed that emotional respect was absent in their marriage, putting her in mental distress that pushed her to end the five year long relationship. 'It is very important to understand that you are not being appreciated. Not every kind of violence is physical. There is a lot of mental violence that also happens, and you are very unhappy in your life," she said. In several other interviews, Shefali claimed that her financial independence and upbringing empowered her to walk away from a bad marriage. Post her divorce, Shefali met television actor Parag Tyagi at a dinner party hosted by a mutual friend. Speaking with Times Now, Shefali shared she was single at that time and her meeting with Parag was an arranged date. 'We really liked each other a lot and hit it off instantly. Parag and I are very similar and different in many ways. I think we kind of balance each other out.' Parag and Shefali dated for a couple of years before getting married in August 2014. Parag Tyagi is known for his roles in Pavitra Rishta and Jodha Akbar. He also participated in the celebrity dance reality show Nach Baliye with Shefali.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Who is Parag Tyagi? All about Shefali Zariwala's 2nd husband who rose to fame with Pavitra Rishta
Trigger warning: This article contains mention of death. Shefali Zariwala 's sudden demise has left all her family, friends, and fans shattered and shocked. But the one person whose world must have come crashing down would be her husband, Parag Tyagi. The love of his life is no more, and we cannot even imagine the pain he must be going through at the moment. As we mourn the loss of former Bigg Boss 13 contestant, here's everything you need to know about her husband, who is also an actor just like his late wife. Parag Tyagi's childhood Parag Tyagi was born in Modinagar, a small town in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. From a very young age, he showed interest in fitness and acting. After his schooling, Tyagi moved to Mumbai to give wings to his acting dreams. He initially started off in modelling and fitness training. Parag Tyagi's television breakthrough He got a break in Zee TV's hit show Pavitra Rishta in 2008, where he played Ankita Lokhande 's on-screen brother-in-law. His character was a quiet one, but even without being the main lead, he became a household name. He was later also seen in shows like Jodha Akbar, Brahmarakshas, Shakti-Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki and Aghori, to name a few. Parag Tyagi's film roles Apart from his stint in TV, Parag Tyagi was also seen in several films like A Wednesday, Sarkar 3, and Agnyaathavaasi. Parag Tyagi and Shefali Zariwala's love story Not many know that Parag Tyagi is not late Shefali's first husband. The actress was earlier married to music composer Harmeet Singh of Meet Bros. Right after their toxic marriage ended in divorce, the former Bigg Boss 13 contestant met Parag Tyagi at a common friend's dinner party. Parag has confessed several times in interviews that it was love at first sight for him. He was instantly smitten by the actress. Shefali was hesitant at first, still healing from a toxic past relationship, but Parag's genuine kindness and patience won her over. After dating for 4 years, these two lovebirds tied the knot in August 2014 in a low-key ceremony. The unfortunate news of Shefali's demise has left a void in everyone's heart, and we pray that God gives Parag all the strength to Parag to deal with this loss.
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who is Shefali Jariwala's husband? Everything to know about actor Parag Tyagi
Actor-model Shefali Jariwala passed away on Friday night. She was 42. She was found unconscious at her house in Mumbai when her husband Parag Tyagi brought her to Bellevue Hospital. Upon arrival, she was declared dead. Reportedly, she suffered a cardiac arrest. However, the cause of her death is not officially revealed. A video of Parag Tyagi leaving the hospital after Shefali's death has gone viral on social media. Parag Tyagi, Shefali Jariwala's husband is an actor. The couple got married in August 2014. They participated in several reality shows like Nach Baliye seasons 5 and 7. Born in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, Parag is known for his work in the television and film industry. He is 49. He made his debut in the TV industry as Vinod Karanjkar in Zee TV's hit show Pavitra Rishta (2009-2014), featuring Ankita Lokhande and the late Sushant Singh Rajput. Parag gained popularity in the role of Brahmarakshas in the TV show Brahmarakshas (2016). He starred in shows like Kalash, Jodha Akbar, Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, Kaala Teeka, Aghori and Naagin 5. He also appeared in Bollywood films, including A Wednesday! (2008), Sarkar 3 (2017), Telugu film Agnyaathavaasi (2018) with Pawan Kalyan, and Salman Khan's Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023). Parag Tyagi first met Shefali Jariwala at a mutual friend's dinner party and instantly fell in love, as per multiple reports. It is believed that Shefali was initially hesitant to start a new relationship. However, Parag's warmth and caring nature gradually won her heart. The couple dated for nearly four years before tying the knot in 2014. Parag Tyagi shared a close bond with Shefali. She stood by him during tough times, including his father's death in May 2020 during the peak COVID-19 rise in India. Similarly, Tyagi also supported Shefali in her journey through epilepsy, mental health issues and more. Meanwhile, Shefali's body has been taken to Cooper Hospital in Mumbai for post mortem. The family is yet to share an official statement regarding the actor's passing. Details about her last rites are also awaited.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Shefali Jariwala survived abusive marriage with musician Harmeet Singh before finding love in actor Parag Tyagi: ‘Not every kind of violence is physical'
Shefali Jariwala's death came as a shock to many. She was just 42. The actor, famously known as the 'Kaanta Laga girl', was married to television actor Parag Tyagi, and they often shared cute pictures together on social media. However, before meeting Parag, Shefali was married to musician Harmeet Singh, who is one half of the celebrated musician duo Meet Brothers. That marriage, however, ended in five years and on a tragic note. At the time of their divorce, Shefali accused Harmeet of domestic abuse. They tied the knot in 2004 and separated in 2009. In an interview with Times Now, Shefali expressed that emotional respect was absent in their marriage, putting her in mental distress and pushing her to end the relationship. She said, 'It is very important to understand that you are not being appreciated. Not every kind of violence is physical. There is a lot of mental violence that also happens, and you are very unhappy in your life.' In several other interviews, Shefali claimed that her financial independence and upbringing empowered her to walk away from a bad marriage. Shefali met Harmeet after gaining fame with the song 'Kaanta Laga'. She collaborated with the Meet Brothers on several projects, including the music video 'Pyaar Humein Kis Mode Pe Le Aaya.' ALSO READ | Shefali Jariwala remembered late Sidharth Shukla in her last social media post, fans say 'the irony of life' Post her divorce, Shefali met television actor Parag Tyagi at a dinner party hosted by a mutual friend. Speaking with Times Now, Shefali shared she was single at that time and her meeting with Parag was an arranged date. 'We really liked each other a lot and hit it off instantly. Parag and I are very similar and different in many ways. I think we kind of balance each other out.' Parag and Shefali dated for a couple of years before the former expressed his desire to marry Shefali on the sets of Nach Baliye in 2012. Two years later, they were pronounced husband and wife in a court marriage. Parag Tyagi is known for his roles in Pavitra Rishta and Jodha Akbar. He also participated in the celebrity dance reality show Nach Baliye with Shefali.
