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Economic Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
New clue emerges in Shefali Jariwala death case after friend Pooja Ghai's disclosure. Police questioned drip provider
Actor Shefali Jariwala's sudden death on June 27 has taken a new turn after her friend Pooja Ghai revealed she had taken a Vitamin C IV drip earlier that day. The police have since questioned the person who administered the drip as part of their investigation. Reports also indicate that Shefali had been undergoing anti-ageing treatments, including glutathione infusions, for several years. On the day of her death, she had reportedly fasted for a religious ritual but continued with her medication. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Close Friend Confirms IV Drip Use Final Moments and Postmortem Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The sudden demise of actress and model Shefali Jariwala on June 27 has prompted an ongoing police investigation, now pivoting toward her medical history and the treatments she received on the day of her death. The 42-year-old, popularly known for her appearance in the 2002 music video Kaanta Laga, collapsed at her Mumbai residence and was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital in Andheri by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi. She was declared dead on a recent development, Jariwala's friend and fellow actor Pooja Ghai confirmed in an interview that Shefali had taken a Vitamin C IV drip earlier that day. Ghai, speaking to the media, stated that while the use of such drips is fairly common, especially post-COVID, the police had summoned the provider who administered the IV to verify the medication involved. She noted that the revelation about the drip emerged only after authorities questioned the individual at the have now turned their attention to Shefali's long-term use of anti-ageing treatments. Reports indicate she had been receiving glutathione and other anti-ageing infusions for nearly a decade. On the day of her death, she had reportedly fasted due to a religious ceremony at home but still proceeded with her monthly anti-ageing injection in the afternoon. This combination of fasting and medical treatment is now being evaluated as a potential factor in her fatal cardiac to Pooja Ghai, Shefali appeared fine after dinner and had asked her husband to walk their dog. However, minutes later, their domestic help called Parag back, saying Shefali was feeling unwell. Parag reportedly waited briefly for the help to return with the dog before rushing upstairs. Upon reaching their apartment, he found Shefali unconscious but with a faint pulse. She was unresponsive, and despite being taken to the hospital immediately, she could not be cardiac arrest is suspected, the official cause of death remains pending until postmortem results are reviewed. Authorities are examining the contents of the IV drip, the substances involved in her anti-ageing regimen, and whether they could have triggered a fatal reaction—especially in the absence of police have recorded statements and continue to gather details from those involved in administering her treatments. Meanwhile, Shefali's family and friends gathered for her cremation at Oshiwara Hindu Crematorium on June 28 to pay their final rose to fame with the viral success of Kaanta Laga and went on to appear in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. She also featured in television reality shows such as Bigg Boss 13 and Nach Baliye 5.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
New clue emerges in Shefali Jariwala death case after friend Pooja Ghai's disclosure. Police questioned drip provider
The sudden demise of actress and model Shefali Jariwala on June 27 has prompted an ongoing police investigation, now pivoting toward her medical history and the treatments she received on the day of her death. The 42-year-old, popularly known for her appearance in the 2002 music video Kaanta Laga, collapsed at her Mumbai residence and was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital in Andheri by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi. She was declared dead on arrival. Close Friend Confirms IV Drip Use In a recent development, Jariwala's friend and fellow actor Pooja Ghai confirmed in an interview that Shefali had taken a Vitamin C IV drip earlier that day. Ghai, speaking to the media, stated that while the use of such drips is fairly common, especially post-COVID, the police had summoned the provider who administered the IV to verify the medication involved. She noted that the revelation about the drip emerged only after authorities questioned the individual at the scene. Investigators have now turned their attention to Shefali's long-term use of anti-ageing treatments. Reports indicate she had been receiving glutathione and other anti-ageing infusions for nearly a decade. On the day of her death, she had reportedly fasted due to a religious ceremony at home but still proceeded with her monthly anti-ageing injection in the afternoon. This combination of fasting and medical treatment is now being evaluated as a potential factor in her fatal cardiac arrest. Final Moments and Postmortem According to Pooja Ghai, Shefali appeared fine after dinner and had asked her husband to walk their dog. However, minutes later, their domestic help called Parag back, saying Shefali was feeling unwell. Parag reportedly waited briefly for the help to return with the dog before rushing upstairs. Upon reaching their apartment, he found Shefali unconscious but with a faint pulse. She was unresponsive, and despite being taken to the hospital immediately, she could not be revived. Though cardiac arrest is suspected, the official cause of death remains pending until postmortem results are reviewed. Authorities are examining the contents of the IV drip, the substances involved in her anti-ageing regimen, and whether they could have triggered a fatal reaction—especially in the absence of food. The police have recorded statements and continue to gather details from those involved in administering her treatments. Meanwhile, Shefali's family and friends gathered for her cremation at Oshiwara Hindu Crematorium on June 28 to pay their final respects. Shefali rose to fame with the viral success of Kaanta Laga and went on to appear in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. She also featured in television reality shows such as Bigg Boss 13 and Nach Baliye 5.
Pink Villa
01-07-2025
- Health
- Pink Villa
What happened hours before Shefali Jariwala's demise? Close friend Pooja Ghai CONFIRMS shocking truth
Trigger warning: This article contains mention of death. Shefali Jariwala 's untimely and sudden demise has left everyone in a state of shock. The 42-year-old reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest, which led to her demise. Police are continuing to investigate the cause. But as per the fresh developments, it appears as if her long-time anti-ageing treatment may have led to this unfortunate event. In a recent interview, her close friend and actress Pooja Ghai revealed that the late actress took a vitamin C IV drip on the day of her passing. Pooja Ghai reveals how the Police came to know about Shefali Jariwala taking a Vitamin C drip on her passing day Talking to Vickey Lalwani. Shefali Jariwala's friend Pooja Ghai confirmed that she took a drip of Vitamin C on the day of her demise. She further added that it is very normal to take a Vitamin C drip, especially after COVID. People take it as regularly as possible. Pooja also revealed that even the Kaanta Laga fame actress used to take such drips before. Further, Ghai added that the Police officers who arrived at Parag Tyagi 's residence also summoned the person who administered the IV drip. This was just to check what the medicine that Jariwala was taking, and this is when it came to light that she had taken an IV drip. Pooja Ghai defends anti-ageing medication Pooja went on to defend the use of anti-ageing treatment that her friend was reportedly taking and said that 'It's so common. In fact, if you walk down the streets here in Dubai, you see multiple vitamin C drips at regular clinics and salons. She was in a profession where she had to be her best, and she was her best. She looked the best.' Shefali Jariwala took an anti-ageing injection despite fasting on the day of her demise As per reports in ETimes, Police have learned that Shefali Jariwala was consuming anti-ageing medications, including glutathione, for nearly a decade. The reports further added that on the unfortunate day, the actress had observed a fast due to some religious reasons. Despite that, she went ahead to take the anti-ageing injection in the afternoon as it was part of her treatment prescribed to her years ago and taken monthly. The police investigation is underway, and everyone is awaiting the actual cause of her demise. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more such updates.
The Guardian
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Review into cancellation of Manchester play avoids ‘deeper accountability'
A review into the cancellation of a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream after a censorship row has been criticised by a major arts union for avoiding 'deeper accountability'. The play had been due to run at the Royal Exchange theatre in Manchester in September last year but was pulled in a dispute over one of the production's songs, which referenced transgender rights and contained the phrase 'free Palestine'. The review, which was partially published last week by the theatre found that management had not censored Stef O'Driscoll's production, but admitted 'significant systemic organisational and leadership failures' at the venue. Stage Directors UK (SDUK), which is the trade union for stage directors, choreographers and movement directors, was highly critical of the report's findings. 'The claim that the cancellation of A Midsummer Night's Dream was not censorship but a failure of leadership is a false distinction that avoids deeper accountability,' SDUK co-chairs Pooja Ghai and Matthew Dunster said. 'Leadership failure does not exist in a vacuum – it is shaped by the very systemic pressures that lead to censorship in the first place. The inability to support artists in politically charged moments is, in itself, a form of silencing.' They added that the events at the Royal Exchange were part of a 'wider pattern of institutions failing to stand firm in the face of political and ethical discomfort'. The criticism from SDUK follows similar statements from the arts union Equity, which said the review 'fell short' of addressing issues and should have been accompanied by a full apology. A statement from the union read: 'We are disappointed that the review appears to fall short of addressing some of these issues, and that it does not include a public apology to the workforce for the failings of leadership. The review seemingly does not include a clear statement confirming that no culpability for the cancellation sits with the theatre workers engaged to create and work on the show, and this is a significant misstep.' The fallout from the review has been swift. The Royal Exchange's CEO Stephen Freeman resigned in the aftermath, citing 'personal reasons linked to the impact of the last few months', adding he was 'comforted that the report has concluded that censorship was not at play'. But the organisation is under pressure to go further as critics argue the handling of the cancellation and review has damaged trust between the theatre and its audience. The issue dates back to September last year when the play, a modern retelling of the Shakespeare classic set in contemporary Manchester, was abruptly put on pause. The first few performances of the play were pulled, with ticket holders told that the shows had been axed due to 'technical issues' and cast injury. However, the entire run was later cancelled, with the theatre, one of Manchester's most important cultural venues, saying the decision came after a 'number of issues with the production'. The Manchester Evening News reported at the time that the source of the dispute was a song in the play. According to the newspaper the theatre had asked for the song, which involved the audience, to be removed, but the director, Stef O'Driscoll, with the support of the cast, insisted it should stay. Other reports suggested that there was friction over a spray-painted 'free Palestine' slogan, which formed part of the set.
