Shefali Jariwala, popularly known as the Kaanta Laga Girl, left the nation in shock after her untimely demise on June 27, 2025. As tributes continue to pour in for the late actress, an old interview of hers has resurfaced online, revealing the personal struggles she faced while choosing a career in the entertainment industry—particularly the opposition from her father.
Shefali Jariwala Revealed Her Father Was Against Her Acting Dreams
In an earlier interview with Dainik Bhaskar, Shefali Jariwala candidly spoke about how her decision to enter the glamour industry did not sit well with her father. Coming from a traditional Gujarati family, her father placed strong emphasis on academics over showbiz.
“Mere pita ek paaramparik Gujarati parivaar se the aur wo mere glamour ki duniya mein aane ke faisle ke khilaaf the, kyunki hamare parivaar mein padhai ko sabse zyada mahatva diya jaata tha,” she had said.
Shefali shared that her father had laid a condition—she had to complete her studies before stepping into the world of entertainment. Respecting his wishes, she pursued Computer Engineering at Sardar Patel Engineering College, eventually becoming an IT engineer before making her breakthrough with Kaanta Laga.
Her Mother Supported Her Dreams
While her father was hesitant, it was Shefali’s mother who supported her passion and encouraged her to take the leap. This decision changed her life forever and paved the way for her entry into the limelight.
“Meri maa ne mera saath diya aur uske baad meri zindagi badal gayi.”
The Shocking Death of Shefali Jariwala
On June 27, 2025, the 41-year-old actress tragically passed away due to cardiac arrest, though emerging reports suggest a possible link to anti-ageing medication she had been taking for several years.
According to The Indian Express, Shefali had taken an anti-ageing injection in the afternoon and her regular pills at night. When her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, returned home around 10:30 PM, he found her unresponsive and rushed her to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai.
No Confirmed Cause of Death Yet
Doctors declared her dead upon arrival but didn’t confirm the exact cause. Later, her body was shifted to Cooper Hospital for a post-mortem.
Heartbreaking Funeral: Celebrities Pay Tribute
Shefali’s final rites were performed at Oshiwara Crematorium in Mumbai on June 28, 2025, by her husband Parag, father Satish Jariwala, and sister Shivani Jariwala.
Her Bigg Boss 13 co-contestants, including Paras Chhabra, Rashami Desai, Shehnaaz Gill, Vikas Gupta, and Arti Singh, were present to bid her a final goodbye. Even her ex-husband, Harmeet Singh, expressed sorrow and extended his condolences, though he was unable to attend the funeral.
Legacy of the ‘Kaanta Laga Girl’
Shefali Jariwala will always be remembered as the vibrant, bold, and unforgettable face behind one of the most iconic music videos of the early 2000s. Her journey—from overcoming family resistance to becoming a household name—remains inspiring, even in the wake of tragedy.