Tragic news has come few hours ago that Shefali Jariwala, the famous girl from Kaanta Laga song, is no more. The reason of her death which is coming from the news is of sudden cardiac arrest.
It was reported that she was rushed to the hospital by her husband along with three people but was declared dead on arrival.
The story was broken by Times of India who claimed to have confirmed with the hotel receptionist where Shefali Jariwala’s body was brought in.
Here we take a brief look down at the projects Shefali has done in a span of two decades.
| Year | Project Name | Type | Role / Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Kaanta Laga (Remix) | Music Video | Lead dancer – her breakthrough appearance |
| 2004 | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Film (Hindi) | Played “Bijli” in a supporting role |
| 2004 | Kabhi Aar Kabhi Paar (Remix) | Music Video | Lead dancer in another popular remix |
| 2008 | Boogie Woogie | TV Reality Show | Contestant (dance competition) |
| 2011 | Hudugaru | Film (Kannada) | Played “Pankaja” |
| 2012 | Nach Baliye 5 | TV Reality Show | Participant with then-partner Parag Tyagi |
| 2015 | Nach Baliye 7 | TV Reality Show | Reappeared on new season |
| 2018 | Baby Come Naa | Web Series | Played lead role “Sarah” (ALTBalaji) |
| 2019 | Bigg Boss 13 | TV Reality Show | Contestant on national TV |
| 2024 | Shaitani Rasmein | TV Serial | Played “Kapalika” – supernatural role |
Who is Shefali Jariwala‘s Husband?
Shefali Jariwala got married to Harmeet Singh of Meet Bros in 2004. The marriage ended in divorce amid domestic abuse allegations.
In 2014, she married Parag Tyagi (the actor from Pavitra Rishtra). The couple shares a strong bond and have also appeared together in dance reality shows like Nach Baliye. She did not have any children from either marriages.
What is the Networth of Shefali Bariwala?
Shefali may not have worked substantially in the entertainment industry but acquire a huge fan base from the Kaanta Laga song. She has starred in music videos, did reality shows, web series and also few movies. According to various sources, her total networth is somewhere around Rs 10 crores.
Interesting Facts about Her
Epilepsy since Teen Age
Shefali suffered from epilepsy since age 15, and it was diagnosed that stress was the main culprit. She adopted a healthier lifestyle that included lots of exercise and mental wellness. All this change, helped her to remain seizure‑free for nearly 20 years.
From Student to Item Girl
She was discovered by the Kaanta Laga directors while standing outside her IT college. The hit remix launched her from engineering student to pop culture icon overnight.
Fighting Stereotypes & Body Image
On numerous occasions, Shefali has spoken against objectification of women and body shaming and encouraged women to rather embrace confidence and be willing to confront stereotypes.
Entrepreneurial Spirit in Dubai
Beyond entertainment, in 2016 she co-founded a training and coaching company named WYN in Dubai with her sister—showcasing her entrepreneurial side.
