Category: Tributes & Obituaries

A sad news has come from the Punjabi film industry and the world of comedy. Today marks the sad demise of celebrated Punjabi comedian Jaswinder Singh Bhalla. At the age of just 65, Jaswinder Singh Bhalla said goodbye to this world. A few days ago, he was admitted to Fortis Hospital in Mohali due to illness. According to reports, his last rites will be performed on August 23 at Balongi crematorium in Mohali. On this occasion, the actor’s family, close friends and people associated with the film industry will be present to pay tribute to him. The news of the death of actor and comedian Jaswinder Singh Bhalla has caused a wave of mourning in the film industry and fans. It is being told that Jaswinder Singh had a brain stroke. Jaswinder Bhalla experienced a sudden health complication on the night of August 21 and breathed his last at 4 AM on August 22. Jaswinder Bhalla was one of those stars of Punjabi cinema who gave a new identity to comedy. His comic timing, simplicity and dialogues full of sarcasm used to make the audience roll with laughter. Tribute on social media After the news of Jaswinder Singh Bhalla’s death, his fans and fellow artists are paying tribute to him on social media. Everyone is remembering the moments spent with him and paying their tribute. Former hockey player Pargat Singh wrote on social media, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of famous Punjabi comedian as actor Jaswinder Bhalla ji. His immortal characters and contribution to Punjabi films brought smiles on the faces of countless people. This is an irreparable loss to our culture and entertainment sector. After this, AAP’s Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal expressed condolences and wrote, “Deeply saddened by the demise of Punjabi comedian artist Jaswinder Bhalla ji. He did not limit humor to laughter only, but also conveyed meaningful social messages through it. His contribution to art and society will always be remembered. Apart from this, the Ludhiana MP wrote on the social media platform X, “Deeply saddened by the demise of Jaswinder Bhalla ji. A proud Punjabi voice around the world, his contribution and love for the community will always be remembered. Popular films and characters of Jaswinder Singh Bhalla Jaswinder Singh Bhalla tried to breathe life into many Punjabi films with his comic timing. He gained popularity for bringing life to comedic characters in Punjabi films. Let us tell you that the actor started his career with stage performances and comedy albums in the 1980s and 1990s. Then later he also contributed to films. The audience used to burst into laughter as soon as they saw him on screen. His character of “Advocate Dhillon” in Carry On Jatta and Carry On Jatta 2 is still alive in the hearts of the people. Apart from this, Jaswinder Bhalla became popular in every household of Punjab with his “Chhankata” comedy series.

Bollywood is reeling from the loss of Shefali Jariwala—the iconic ‘Kaanta Laga’ girl—who died at just 42, reportedly due to cardiac arrest. Shefali was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai late at night by her husband, Parag Tyagi, and three others, but doctors declared her brought in dead. The tragic confirmation came from hospital authorities, followed by Mumbai Police sources, who revealed that her body was found at her residence in Andheri, Mumbai. A Sudden GoodbyeIn heartbreaking visuals that surfaced soon after the news broke, a grief-stricken Parag Tyagi was spotted leaving the hospital, silently battling the emotional weight of the tragedy. Parag has not made a public statement yet. The official cause behind Shefali’s death has not been confirmed yet. However, early medical inputs and insider sources hint at a massive heart attack. Her remains have been sent for postmortem examination at Cooper Hospital. From Engineer Dreams to StardomOriginally an aspiring computer engineer, Shefali shot to overnight stardom at the age of 20 with her sizzling appearance in the 2002 remix of Kaanta Laga, which made her a pop culture icon. She went on to feature in multiple music albums and projects but continued to be popularly known as the “Kaanta Laga Girl.” In 2020, she re-entered the limelight as a contestant in Bigg Boss Season 13, where her strong personality and bold presence won her both fans and critics alike. News Broke OnlineThe first news of her passing was shared on social media by journalist Vickey Lalwani, who reported that Shefali had already passed away before being brought to the hospital. While doctors at Bellevue refrained from sharing patient details, internal sources and police later confirmed the unfortunate demise. This sudden loss has shaken fans and fellow celebrities across the country. Tributes have started pouring in as many struggle to come to terms with the heartbreaking news. Rest in peace, Shefali. You’ll forever be remembered in the sparkle of that iconic dance and the fire you brought to the screen.

The entertainment world woke up to a shocking tragedy as actor and model Shefali Jariwala—known for her iconic “Kanta Laga” music video and Bigg Boss appearance—passed away at the age of 42 due to a massive cardiac arrest. Shefali was reportedly brought dead to Bellevue Hospital, Mumbai, on Saturday. As the tragic news went viral, emotional visuals of Parag Tyagi leaving the hospital late at night began circulating online. A Grieving Husband, A Silent GoodbyeIn a now-viral clip, Parag Tyagi—visibly shattered—was seen partially covering his face with his hand as he sat in his car and drove away from the hospital. The pain was unmistakable on his face as the reality of the loss hit home. Parag and Shefali had been married since 2015 and often shared glimpses of their happy moments together on social media—making this sudden loss even more heartbreaking for fans. Forensics Team Reaches Her ResidenceShortly after, visuals also showed Mumbai Police and forensic officials arriving at Shefali’s residence for standard procedures. Meanwhile, her close friends and family were seen leaving the hospital premises, many of them in tears. Shefali’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world and left her fans heartbroken. From “Kanta Laga” fame to Bigg Boss stardom, she was a face many admired — gone far too soon.