Shefali Jariwala – The Kaanta Laga Girl: From Viral Fame to Tragic Farewell

🌟Who Was the Kaanta Laga Girl?

• Shefali Jariwala (b. December 15, 1982 – d. June 27, 2025) became a household name after starring in the 2002 remix music video “Kaanta Laga”, which went viral overnight.

• With her bold style and confident performance, she revolutionized India’s pop-culture scene and emerged as an iconic "item girl" of the early 2000s .

  
  
  
  
  

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🎬 Her Rise to Fame

• Catapulted to stardom at just 19, she earned her nickname—the Kaanta Laga girl—and was modestly paid only ₹7,000 for the seminal remix shoot.

• Though opportunities followed, her career slowed as she suffered from epilepsy, anxiety, and panic attacks since her teens—leading to periods away from the spotlight.

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🎥 Later Career & Personal Life

• She appeared in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) and on shows like Nach Baliye, Bigg Boss 13, and the web series Baby Come Naa.

• Married actor Parag Tyagi in 2014, they shared a loving partnership, often featured in media and reality shows.

• Managed her health with lifestyle changes and remained seizure-free for nine years before her untimely passing .

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💔 Her Sudden Demise

• Shefali passed away on June 27, 2025, at 42, reportedly from cardiac arrest, though epilepsy complications are also reported.

• Post-mortem and media reports further highlight her recent struggles and the profound shock her passing has induced across the industry .

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🔁 Final Legacy

She remained true to her identity, famously stating:

“I want to be known as the Kaanta Laga girl till the day I die.” 

Even as she explored diverse entertainment paths, her association with the iconic remix lingered—becoming an indelible part of Indian pop-culture history.