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Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
From the Opinions Editor: The tragic death of Shefalee Jariwala and the anti-ageing trap
Dear Express reader, At some point, in give or take their forties, women are made aware that they are no longer the default setting: Not the protagonist of ads, not the statistical core of a marketing campaign, not, as Gen Z would say, giving main character energy. Instead, they become a certain kind of invisible — their demographic slides quietly off the cultural radar, and the world, with its fresh faces and optimised filters, keeps spinning. The obsession with youth is not new. The Greeks built myths around it. The Renaissance painted it in oils. But the modern world industrialised it. Today, youth is no longer measured in years; it is a product category — rebranded, bottled, injected, and sold into an ideal so pervasive that even the act of resisting it must be done with the right serum, the right lighting, the right kind of denial. Anti-ageing is a billion-dollar industry. In 2024, the global anti-ageing market was estimated to be worth $75.7 billion, according to a survey by market-research firm IMARC. In India, it reached $2.5 billion and is expected to grow to $4 billion by 2033. It sells creams that promise to reverse time, diets that speak in the language of miracles, and procedures that pledge a new you — less tired, less lived-in, necessarily idealised. Even language conspires to soften the blow of ageing, offering euphemisms like 'prejuvenation' to fix what isn't broken. Shefalee Jariwala's death at 42 last week from a cardiac arrest — linked allegedly to anti-ageing treatments and an extreme diet – throws this into sharp relief. The actor, who came into the limelight with the remix of the song Kaanta laga, was reportedly fasting and on anti-ageing medication; an avid consumer of cosmetic drugs, she is said to have taken a Vitamin C IV drip on that fateful day as well. She was, in essence, a woman trying to stay visible in a culture that flits by once you are considered past the bill of 'acceptability'. But what exactly do we mean by youth? Is it the physical resilience — the quick metabolism, the energy that never needs rationing, the sleepless nights that could be followed by 10-hour shifts at the workplace? Or, is it something more elusive: A sense of possibility, an unformedness that has not yet calcified into certainty? Youth, we are told, is when we are most alive. Which implies that ageing, in this cultural grammar, is a kind of dying. What all of this betrays, of course, is a deep unease with the passage of time itself. We live in a culture allergic to impermanence. Where once age was a milestone – of experience, of wisdom — gleaned over a well-lived life, it is now treated as a letdown. This notion becomes especially cruel in midlife, when adulthood comes of age. The body starts sending quiet memos, the mirror betrays a new flaccidity every time. Youth, in this equation, is no longer merely desirable — it becomes mandatory. So, like Elisabeth Sparkle in The Substance, last year's breakaway body horror movie featuring Demi Moore, there is a relentless rush to experiment with new treatments to avoid the inevitability of hoariness. Names of substances such as Ozempic and glutathione, retinol and hyaluronic acid roll off the tongue with an ease that should be terrifying but only shows how steeped we are in this configuration of ourselves into a prospective upgrade. No one tells you how to age. There's no consensus on how much of a fight you are meant to put up, nor a handbook for how to face the first intimations of mortality. The poet Dylan Thomas told us to 'rage, rage against the dying of the light' but he died young, spared the awkward choreography of ageing in public. To age in the modern world is to perform a paradox. Women are expected to look ageless while pretending it is without effort. They must 'own' their years but not wear them too heavily. Ageing 'well' is fine as long as it is styled and shape-shifted into wellness routines and aesthetic enhancements, framed as 'self-care' over vanity or insecurity. Jariwala's story is tragic, but not unfamiliar. Many women live some version of it, quietly calibrating their worth against their age. They don't always die from it. They simply lean into an erasure that comes from letting go of the person they were meant to grow into. Take care, Paromita
Hindustan Times
01-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Won't grow old for 100 years if...: What Ramdev said after Shefali Jariwala death
Amid a raging debate on anti-ageing supplements and lifestyle habits following actor-model Shefali Jariwala's death, yoga practitioner Ramdev has spoken about the importance of good dietary habits, and how they could significantly increase a person's lifespan. Ramdev's remarks came days after actor-model Shefali Jariwala (R) died at the age of 42. In an interview to NDTV, Ramdev said a normal human lifespan was "not 100 years, but 150-200 years", but that humans have put a lot of pressure on their brains, hearts, eyes and liver. He also reportedly said that food meant to be eaten over 100 years is being consumed by humans in 25 years. He also claimed that one could stall growing old for up to 100 years if they monitor their diets properly. "You do not know how to operate yourself. If you keep doing well, then it is true that you will not grow old for 100 years," the news report quoted him as saying. Ramdev's remarks on an average life-span and dietary habits comes days after Shefali Jariwala's death at the age of 42. While a probe into her death is still underway, Mumbai Police found anti-ageing medicine, skin glow tablets and vitamin supplements at her apartment earlier, sparking a debate on the importance of maintaining a good lifestyle. Earlier, a heart attack was also suspected as a reason behind the actor's death, but the actual cause can only be known after a postmortem report is out. When asked about Jariwala's death, Ramdev gave a hardware-software analogy, and said it was important for a human to be strong from the inside. "The hardware was fine, the software was faulty. The symptoms were fine, the system was faulty," Ramdev said. Speaking on the subject of heart attacks, Ramdev said one shouldn't interfere with the body's natural life span, as it could lead to "disasters" internally and lead to heart attacks. With a debate raging on the use of beauty enhancement supplements, Ramdev urged people to be "completely satisfied" in life and only focus on what they eat, how to they think and what is their physical strength. "There is a difference in this superficial appearance. Appearing to be one and being one are different," Ramdev told NDTV. Vouching for yoga, diet and a good lifestyle, Ramdev gave his example, saying he is completely fit even at the age of 60. Shefali Jariwala's death and lifestyle concerns 'Kaanta laga' fame Shefali Jariwala's death has brought attention to the importance of a good lifestyle. At just 42, the actor's death came as a shock to many. A probe into her death have brought some significant things to light, like the the actor taking a vitamin C IV drip hours before she died, as confirmed by her friend Pooja Ghai in an interview. Besides, the Mumbai Police found two boxes of beauty and self-care supplements at Jariwala's residence -- anti-ageing medicine, skin glow tablets and vitamin supplements. According to the actor's family, Shefali was not taking the tablets on a doctor's consultation. Doctors at RN Cooper Hospital, where the actor's body was sent for a post mortem, are also suspecting that a sudden drop in blood pressure may have led to her death.
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Business Standard
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Kaanta laga girl, Shefali Jariwala, may have died of low BP, doctors claim
Model and actor Shefali Jariwala, best known as the 'Kaanta Laga girl,' passed away on June 27, 2025, in Mumbai. The 42-year-old rose to fame in the early 2000s for her captivating screen presence and dance moves, becoming one of the most recognisable pop culture icons of her era. According to early reports, the actress suffered a heart attack and was carried by her husband, Parag Tyagi, and three other individuals to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital. She was later declared dead by the doctors. Her husband, Parag Tyagi, performed the late actress' last rites on June 28. Police have now ruled out any foul play in the case. While a heart attack was initially suspected, officials now believe low blood pressure may have led to her sudden demise. "We are awaiting the post-mortem report," a police official confirmed. 'Kaanta laga' girl, Shefali Jariwala death: Police 'current' report As mandated by the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita law, which specifies what must be done to determine the cause of unexpected deaths, a forensic team was sent to her home after the occurrence, according to police. One police officer stated, as reported by TOI, "As a part of this procedure, the doctors said they suspected the cause of death to be a dip in her BP." According to the report, authorities discovered two boxes of tablets in her house while conducting their inquiry. These included vitamin tablets with glutathione and anti-ageing or skin-glow additives. The police have filed a case of accidental death. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, and every member of her family were questioned by the police. According to reports, Shefali was fasting on the day of the tragedy as part of a Satyanarayan Puja that her parents attended at her house. Additionally, according to the authorities, she collapsed after consuming some food from the refrigerator. Who is Shefali Jariwala? Indian model and actress Shefali Jariwala is most known for her roles in Hindi television, cinema, and music videos. She was nicknamed the "Kaanta Laga Girl" after becoming instantly famous in the 2002 remix music video for "Kaanta Laga." She later made appearances in a number of Hindi films, including Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), in which she played a supporting part. She and her husband, Parag Tyagi, have been in several reality TV shows throughout the years, including Nach Baliye 5 and Nach Baliye 7. She competed on Bigg Boss 13 in 2019 as a wild card contender. In addition, she starred in a web series, including ALT Balaji's Baby Come Naa (2018), in which she co-starred with Shreyas Talpade as the female lead.
India.com
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Shefali Jariwala dies: What does her husband Parag Tyagi do for a living? He works in..., net worth is Rs...
Shefali Jariwala dies: What does her husband Parag Tyagi do for a living? He works in..., net worth is Rs... Beloved actress and model, Shefali Jariwala, known for Bigg Boss and the iconic 2002 Kaanta laga song , has sadly passed away at the age of 42. According to reports, she died due to cardiac arrest. Although she was rushed to the hospital, but was pronounced dead upon arrival. Her untimely demise has sent shockwaves among the industry and left her fans grieving. Survived by her husband, Parag Tyagi, the two shared a strong camaraderie both on and off-screen. What is Shefali Jariwala's husband Para Tyagi? Shefali Jariwala and Parag Tyagi tied the knot in August 2014 and appeared together on several reality shows. Parag, who is 49, was 7-years older than her. Born in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, he is best known for his work in both television and films. Parag Tyagi, who is an actor by profession, made his debut with the popular daily soap, Pavitra Rishta on Zee TV. He portrayed the role of Vinod Karanjkar in the serial. Later, he went on to work in several TV shows, including Jodha Akbar, Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, Kaala Teeka, and Aghori, becoming a household name. Apart from shows, he also starred in Bollywood films like A Wednesday! (2008), Sarkar 3 (2017), and Agnyaathavaasi (2018). He also made a mark in Telugu cinema with a role in hit film Agnyaathavaasi (2018) What is Parag Tyagi's net worth? According to a report by TV9 Hindi, Parag Tyagi's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 11 crore. On the other hand, his late wife, Shefali Jariwala's net worth was estimated at Rs 7.5 crore. Though unconfirmed, this figure keeps on trending as people still remember the impact she created through her work in TV, music videos and live events. Combing their total earnings, the couple's cumulative net worth stood around Rs 18.5 crore. Before Parag Tyagi, Shefali was married to Meet Bros fame Harmeet Singh. However, the two parted ways and got officially divorced after five years of marriage. It was then years later, Shefali met Parag at a common friend's party, and dated him for four years before marrying in 2014.
Hindustan Times
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Forensics, security guard's account: What's known so far on Shefali Jariwala's death
Actor-model Shefali Jariwala died on Friday in Maharashtra's Mumbai, and her body has been sent for a postmortem to determine what caused her death, which unconfirmed reports initially said was cardiac arrest. A forensics team reached the 42-year-old actor's apartment in Mumbai, with police saying that her body was found there. 42-year-old actor Shefali Jariwala has passed away. (Instagram/@shefalijariwala) While some reports said a cardiac arrest led to Shefali Jariwala's death, there is no official confirmation on the cause of death yet. Police has also said that reasons are unclear and a postmortem report is awaited. Mumbai Police says Shefali Jariwala was found in her house: The Mumbai Police has said that Shefali Jariwala was found at her residence in Andheri's Golden Rays-Y building, police said. She was rushed to the Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital by her husband Parag Tyagi and three others. Report says husband took Shefali Jariwala to hospital: However, according to news agency PTI, Shefali Jariwala was brought to the hospital around 11:15 pm on Friday and was declared dead on arrival by the on-duty doctor. Earlier, a reception staff of the hospital also said she had died by the time she was brought in. Security guard's account: The security guard at Shefali Jariwala's building recalled how she was rushed to the hospital. She was taken to the hospital at around 10:30 pm, over an hour after her husband Parag arrived home on a motorcycle, Shatrughan, the security guard, told NDTV. He said he opened the gates when Parag arrived, and also recalled seeing the couple in the society with their dog on Thursday evening. Forensic teams at Shefali Jariwala's apartment: A mobile forensic unit and a team of Mumbai Police reached the actor's apartment on Saturday morning in the Golden Rays-Y building, PTI quoted an official as saying. Police officials later on Saturday reached Cooper Hospital in Mumbai where Shefali Jariwala's body was brought for postmortem. Shefali Jariwala's husband: Parag Tyagi, Shefali's husband, was seen exiting the hospital where she was taken. In videos that went viral, Parag seemed visibly distraught, and partially hid his face with one hand as he exit the premises in a car. Parag Tyagi was later seen with his dog on society compound. Who was Shefali Jariwala? Shefali Jariwala is a popular actor and reality TV star, most widely known for her performance in the music video of 'Kaanta laga' when she was just 20-years-old. She also participated in Bigg Boss season 13, and last post on X before her death was about Sidharth Shukla, a fellow contestant on the show and her ex-boyfriend. She paid heartfelt tributes to Shukla in the September 2024 post on the actor's third death anniversary. Sidharth Shukla died in 2021 after suffering a heart attack.
