Shefali Jariwala, ‘Kaanta Laga’ Icon, Passes Away at 42 Due to Cardiac Arrest
Shefali Jariwala, who rose to instant fame with the iconic 2002 music video Kaanta Laga, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 42 in Mumbai. The cause was reported as sudden cardiac arrest, sending shockwaves through Bollywood and her vast fan base.

Image Source: Instagram/shefalijariwala
A Cultural Phenomenon
Shefali became a household name overnight when she appeared in the remix of Kaanta Laga—a track that:
- Defined early 2000s Indian pop culture
- Made her a youth icon and fashion trendsetter
- Earned her the nickname “The Kaanta Laga Girl”
She later participated in reality shows like Bigg Boss 13 and featured in dance numbers and independent projects.
Industry Mourns
As news broke, tributes flooded in from friends and co-stars:
- Aly Goni: “Shocked and heartbroken. RIP Shefali. You’ll be missed.”
- Mika Singh: “Gone too soon. You brought energy wherever you went.”
- Himanshi Khurana and Rashami Desai also shared heartfelt condolences.
Many remembered her as not only a pop culture icon, but also a kind and grounded soul who lit up every room.
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Health Awareness Sparks Conversation
Her untimely passing has reignited conversations around:
- Cardiac health in women
- The silent dangers of stress, lifestyle, and genetics
- The need for regular check-ups and better awareness
Final Rites
Shefali’s last rites will be performed in Mumbai, with a prayer meet scheduled for later this week. Fans are expected to gather in large numbers to pay their respects.
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