The entertainment industry is still grappling with the sudden loss of actor and dancer Shefali Jariwala, who passed away on June 27 following a cardiac arrest. Her untimely death sent shockwaves across the nation, leaving fans and colleagues heartbroken. Now, her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, has shared a moving tribute on Instagram, remembering her as a radiant soul who lived life with purpose and unconditional love.‘So much more than Kaanta Laga’: Parag Tyagi’s heartfelt noteParag posted a serene photo of Shefali, smiling as she took in the natural beauty around her. In the caption, he began by acknowledging the legacy she leaves behind: “Shefali — the ever-eternal Kaanta Laga — was so much more than what met the eye. She was fire wrapped in grace — sharp, focused, and fiercely driven.”He described her as a woman who lived with intention, nurturing every part of her being. “A woman who lived with intention, nurturing her career, her mind, her body, and her soul with quiet strength and unwavering determination,” he wrote.‘She was sab ki maa’ — A pillar of love and careBeyond her public persona, Parag painted a portrait of Shefali as someone who embodied selfless love. “She was sab ki maa — always putting others first, offering comfort and warmth simply through her presence,” he shared.He also remembered her as a devoted wife, a loving mom to their pet Simba, and a caring sister and maasi. “A fiercely loyal friend who stood by those she loved with courage and compassion,” he added.Calling for a space of healing and remembranceIn the final part of the tribute, Parag urged people to remember Shefali not for the noise or speculation that followed her passing, but for the light she brought into people’s lives. “Let that be her legacy — a soul so radiant, she will never, ever be forgotten. Love you till eternity,” he wrote.A prayer meet in Shefali’s memory was held on July 2 in Mumbai, attended by her close friends and family. On the day of her death, June 27, she was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital by Parag after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest. She was declared dead on arrival.Shefali Jariwala rose to fame with the iconic 2002 music video Kaanta Laga and went on to become the pop culture sensation overnight. She also reprised her song in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi starring Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra. She also participated in Bigg Boss 13 and other reality shows, earning a loyal fanbase over the years.
