Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : In the early 2000s, one music video took India by storm and became an instant cultural phenomenon. The song was "Kaanta Laga," and its star, Shefali Jariwala, was catapulted to national fame overnight. Known for decades as the "Kaanta Laga Girl," her journey has been one of incredible highs and deep personal struggles that many of her fans are only now learning about.
Just as her career was taking off, Shefali stepped away from the intense glare of the spotlight. For years, the reason remained private. However, she later revealed that she has been battling epilepsy since she was 15 years old. The stress and demanding nature of the entertainment industry were triggers for her seizures, forcing her to prioritize her health and take a significant break from work. "After I did Kaanta Laga, I had a lot of work, but I had to turn it down because of the seizures," she explained in an interview.
But Shefali is far more than her iconic debut and her health battle. During her time away from the screen, she focused on her education, successfully completing a Master's degree in Information Technology from Sardar Patel Institute of Technology.
She made a powerful and memorable comeback by participating in the hit reality show Bigg Boss 13. Her bold and strategic gameplay reintroduced her to a new generation of audiences and proved she was a formidable personality.
Today, Shefali Jariwala is happily married to actor Parag Tyagi. Her career resurgence and smart investments have led to an estimated net worth of between ₹18-20 crore. She enjoys a comfortable lifestyle, reportedly owning a lavish apartment in a prime Mumbai location and luxury vehicles.
Shefali Jariwala’s story is one of incredible resilience—a journey from being an overnight sensation to bravely facing a chronic illness, and then scripting a successful second act on her own terms.
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