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News18
2 hours ago
- Health
- News18
Shefali Jariwala's Epilepsy Battle And A Connection Between Seizures And Cardiac Arrest
Last Updated: Shefali Jariwala Death: Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which the brain's activity becomes abnormal, leading to recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Shefali Jariwala Death: Kaanta Laga fame Shefali Jariwala is no longer with us. She passed away at 42 in Mumbai on Friday. Her sudden and untimely demise has left several shocked, also raising concerns over the physical health of people. While there's no official statement about the cause of her death yet, initial reports indicate that the actress died of cardiac arrest. Shefali reportedly battled epilepsy since she was 15. She also used to have seizures when she was in school. Earlier in an interview with the Times of India, she revealed that she was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 15. 'I had an epilepsy seizure at the age of 15. I remember at that time I was under tremendous pressure to do well in my studies. Stress and anxiety can lead to seizures. It's interrelated; you could get a seizure due to depression and vice versa," she said. The Bigg Boss 13 contestant has highlighted that she would get seizures in classrooms, backstage, and while on the roads. With her death, many are also wondering about a connection between seizures and cardiac arrest. What Is Epilepsy? Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which the brain's activity becomes abnormal, leading to recurrent, unprovoked seizures. A seizure is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, or consciousness. There's a potential connection between seizures and cardiac arrest, while they are two fundamentally different medical terms. At the same time, cardiac arrest or severe arrhythmias can cause a sudden drop in blood flow to the brain, leading to seizure-like activity due to oxygen deprivation. Besides these, certain genetic or neurological disorders, such as long QT syndrome or Brugada syndrome, can affect both the heart and the brain, increasing the risk for both seizures and cardiac arrest. First Published:
NDTV
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
How Shefali Jariwala's Kaanta Laga Became A Major Pop-Culture Moment In The 2000s
New Delhi: In a tragic turn of events, Shefali Jariwala who shot to fame with her remix Kaanta Laga, has died at the age of 42. The actress-model was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital but was unfortunately pronounced dead upon arrival. Her husband Parag Tyagi was seen in tears outside the hospital. While the initial reports have suggested that the actress-model died of cardiac arrest, official post-mortem reports are still awaited. Fans and industry colleagues are in shock as Shefali Jariwala was a big part of the defining remixes era in the 2000s. As fate would have it, she was spotted outside her engineering college by director duo Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru. Little did she know that she was on the brink of doing her biggest project that propelled her to become an overnight sensation. In an older interview with the Times of India, Shefali Jariwala said how she teamed up with her mother to get her father's approval to be a part of Kaanta Laga. She had said, "My father was completely against it. So first, I took my mom into confidence and then, we both convinced my father. And that song turned out to be such a hit that it was like a fairytale for me. It changed my life completely." Sharing her excitement for Kaanta Laga, she added, "I was in college then and I come from a family of academicians, so my parents told me to focus on my studies. But I wanted to do it because I was getting paid for it. I earned Rs 7,000 from that song, and I wanted to see myself on TV." Rewind Back To The Craze Of Kaanta Laga Kaanta Laga was originally a part of the film titled Samadhi which was led by Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Asha Parekh. The song was then picked up for a remix version by T-Series for their album DJ Doll with an accompanying music video featuring Shefali Jariwala. It was like Shefali Jariwala had a natural pop-star vibe on camera. Something that also drew in the audience and the song was an instant click with them. Sung by Pallavi Kelkar and coupled with Shefali Jariwala's effortless dance moves, the song became a chartbuster in no time. Kaanta Laga is particularly remembered for it came at a time when the trend of remixes was just gaining momentum in Bollywood. This song had an integral role to play in revolutionizing that moment and emerged to be a pop-culture phenomenon that people remember to date. As they say, trends are a perpetual cyclic process, as it stands true with the remixes in Bollywood. While newer remixes and remakes have replaced Kaanta Laga in the Top 10 charts, Shefali Jariwala's career-defining moment is still considered a strong referral point in this context. It solidified her position in pop culture and also invoked a sense of deep nostalgia for the 2000s. While the bold frames were met with certain objectionable remarks, they continued to survive the test of time and remain a fan-favourite. Shefali Jariwala went on to do several other projects in the entertainment industry. She was a part of Big Boss 13 and Nach Baliye 5.
NDTV
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
When Shefali Jariwala Said She Was Paid Rs 7000 For Kaanta Laga: "My Father Was Completely Against it"
New Delhi: The industry is recovering from the shock of Kaanta Laga fame Shefali Jariwala's sudden death at 42. In light of the tragic incident, an old interview of her talking about how much she was paid for the song has resurfaced. Shefali Jariwala had revealed that she was paid Rs 7000 for the hit number and her father was completely against it. What's Happening Shefali Jariwala had become an overnight sensation after the release of her hit remix song Kaanta Laga. She was spotted outside her engineering college by director duo Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, who had offered her the music video. Speaking of the signing amount she received, the actress-model had told the Times of India, "I was in college then and I come from a family of academicians, so my parents told me to focus on my studies. But I wanted to do it because I was getting paid for it. I earned Rs 7,000 from that song, and I wanted to see myself on TV." Furthermore, she revealed how her father was not in favour of her being a part of the song, "My father was completely against it. So first, I took my mom into confidence and then, we both convinced my father. And that song turned out to be such a hit that it was like a fairytale for me. It changed my life completely." About Her Other Projects Shefali first rose to fame with the 2002 music video Kaanta Laga, which became a massive hit. She later appeared in the film Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, alongside Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan. She had also participated in Nach Baliye 5 with her now husband Parag Tyagi. She made her digital debut with an adult comedy series titled Baby Come Naa in 2018. However, her Kaanta Laga song video was always the defining moment in her career that was a major pop-culture moment in the 2000s. In A Nutshell In an old interview with Shefali Jariwala that has resurfaced, the actress-model spoke about the amount she got for her iconic number Kaanta Laga. She also spoke about how her father did not support it initially.
Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Mumbai-bound Boeing 787 flight makes emergency landing after 7 onboard fall ill due to 'depressurisation': Report
A Mumbai-bound Ethiopian airlines flight reportedly made an emergency landing in the city on Friday after seven people onboard fell ill. The issue started when the plane was flying over the Arabian Sea at a cruising altitude of 33,000 feet.(X/ @flyethiopian) The passengers fell ill after the aircraft – a Boeing 787 Dreamliner – experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air, according to a Times of India report. The issue started when the plane was flying over the Arabian Sea at a cruising altitude of 33,000 feet. The flight then faced a cabin depressurisation issue, following which the pilots made the decision to make a rapid descent to a lower altitude, as per data accessed from Flightradar24. The plane – ET640 – then made an emergency landing early morning at 1.42 am, following which the seven sick passengers were attended to by the airport's medical team. One of them required hospitalisation, TOI quoted a source as saying. HT could not independently verify the details. An official statement from the airline or airport authorities is awaited. Five passengers, crew members fell ill on London-Mumbai flight The incident comes close on the heels of another similar one on June 24, wherein crew members and five passengers on an Air India flight travelling from London to Mumbai fell ill. Passengers on the flight AI 130 began feeling symptoms of food poisoning, including nausea and dizziness. The airline also confirmed the incident, saying five passengers and two crew members onboard had fallen ill. Two of the passengers and crew members continued feeling the symptoms till landing and received medical attention after the aircraft landed. They were later discharged. The reason for the sickness is still under investigation, while an airline official on the condition of anonymity said that it could be due to a gradual decrease in cabin pressure or slow decompression. Air India said that it was looking into the incident, adding that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had been notified about it. The DGCA had, a few days back, conducted surprise surveillance checks at key airports in the country, during which several safety violations came to light. The regulatory authority then ordered the airports and airlines to take corrective measures to resolve the issues within a week's time.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Zodiac signs most likely to procrastinate
Twelve zodiac signs, each uniquely avoiding their responsibilities. A relatable scene of everyday procrastination. We all procrastinate from time to time. But in astrology, some signs are more prone to delay tasks—not because they're lazy, but due to overthinking, emotional avoidance, or even perfectionism. Understanding your zodiac sign's natural tendencies can help you manage time better and overcome procrastination in a healthier way. Pisces Why they procrastinate: Overwhelmed by emotions or uncertainty. Pisces tends to get lost in their inner world. They often put off tasks when they feel emotionally drained or unsure about how to begin. Their dreamy nature seeks comfort over structure. Libra Why they procrastinate: Indecision and fear of imbalance. Libra wants everything to be fair, beautiful, and harmonious. They delay tasks when they're unsure what's 'right' or fear disappointing someone. Too many choices can freeze their momentum. Cancer Why they procrastinate: Emotional sensitivity and avoidance. Cancer may avoid tasks that seem emotionally demanding or that disturb their sense of comfort. They tend to put things off if they feel emotionally unsettled or unsupported. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lodha: New Cuffe Parade: Premium 3 & 4 BHK Residences Lodha Lumis Enquire Now Undo Gemini Why they procrastinate: Easily distracted and mentally scattered. Gemini has a curious, fast-moving mind. They often start many things at once but struggle to finish, especially when bored. Mental overload leads to delays. Taurus Why they procrastinate: Resistance to change or pressure. Taurus likes a steady pace. When forced to act quickly or do something outside their comfort zone, they may resist and delay until they feel fully ready and secure. Virgo Why they procrastinate: Perfectionism and fear of mistakes. Virgo wants to do everything 'just right.' They may avoid starting a task if they're unsure how to make it perfect—or worry they'll mess it up. Procrastination isn't always about laziness—sometimes it's emotional, mental, or even spiritual. By knowing your sign's patterns, you can be kinder to yourself while finding new strategies to stay focused and finish what matters. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
