Video of Shefali Jariwala proudly embracing the title 'Kaanta Laga girl' goes viral

Actor and model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her breakout role in the iconic 2002 music video Kaanta Laga, passed away last night at the age of 42. Her sudden demise has left the entertainment world stunned, with tributes pouring in from colleagues, fans, and admirers.

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In the wake of her passing, an old video clip from her time on Bigg Boss 13 has resurfaced on social media. The clip captures a candid conversation between Shefali and fellow contestant Paras Chhabra, where they discuss the lasting legacy of her performance in Kaanta Laga. When asked whether she ever grew tired of being called the "Kaanta Laga girl," Shefali replied with a smile, proudly embracing the nickname and expressing how she hoped to be remembered for it forever.

Yes girl, you were the one and only Kaanta Laga girl 😢💔

Bigg Boss 13 house feels cursed...#SidharthShukla left us at 40, and now #ShefaliJariwala at just 42 😢

R.I.P 🙏

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— Rayan Khan (@iamrayannnn)

Yes girl, you were the one and only Kaanta Laga girl 😢💔

Bigg Boss 13 house feels cursed...#SidharthShukla left us at 40, and now #ShefaliJariwala at just 42 😢

R.I.P 🙏

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— ✧ (@iamrayannnn) June 27, 2025

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Her confident and unapologetic acceptance of the title has struck a chord with fans once again, highlighting her strong personality and charm. The viral video now serves as a poignant reminder of how Shefali carved a niche for herself in Indian pop culture and remained connected to her iconic identity throughout her life.

Apart from Kaanta Laga, Shefali also featured in films, reality shows like Bigg Boss and Nach Baliye, and earned admiration for her grace and individuality both on and off screen.