Shefali Jariwala, 42, best known as the “Kaanta Laga Girl” and a contestant on Bigg Boss 13, was found unresponsive at her Andheri residence in Mumbai on the night of June 27, 2025. She was immediately rushed by her husband Parag Tyagi and others to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital. Doctors declared her dead upon arrival.
Initial reports, supported by hospital staff and police, attribute her death to cardiac arrest, though Mumbai Police have noted that the final cause will be confirmed after a post-mortem at Cooper Hospital.
Timeline & Investigation
- Police received the notification around 1 a.m. on June 28. A forensic team conducted an investigation at her residence, including questioning domestic workers
- Her body was transported to Cooper Hospital for an official post-mortem to determine the definitive cause of death
Public & Industry Reactions
- Her husband, Parag Tyagi, appeared devastated as he departed the hospital late at night .
- The entertainment industry and fans are in shock, with celebrities like Mika Singh, Himanshi Khurana, Kamya Punjabi, Aly Goni, Bharti Singh, Kushal Tandon, and others expressing grief and calling her passing a devastating loss.
Summary
| Event | Details |
| Name | Shefali Jariwala |
| Age | 42 |
| Date | June 27, 2025 (late night/Early June 28 police response) |
| Location | Andheri residence → Bellevue Hospital, then body sent to Cooper Hospital |
| Initial Cause | Suspected cardiac arrest |
| Official Step | Post-mortem pending; police investigating circumstances |
About Shefali Jariwala
- Rose to fame with the remixed hit music video “Kaanta Laga” (2002).
- Featured in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) and Hudugaru.
- Appeared in reality shows Nach Baliye (5 & 7) and Bigg Boss 13.
- Starred in ALT Balaji’s web series Baby Come Naa.
- Married actor Parag Tyagi in 2015; had previously battled epilepsy
Next Steps / Follow-ups
- Await official post-mortem results from Cooper Hospital.
- Expect comments or statements from family or Parag Tyagi.
- Monitor Mumbai Police updates on whether the investigation yields new findings.
