The entertainment world was left shaken by the sudden passing of actress and model Shefali Jariwala. Known for her vibrant personality and memorable stint in Bigg Boss 13, Shefali suffered a cardiac arrest that claimed her life, leaving friends, family, and fans devastated. The shockwave of her untimely demise continues to linger, affecting those who knew her well, including actress Rashami Desai.
Rashami, who shared a close bond with Shefali, chose to open up about her own state of mind following the tragedy. In a heartfelt video posted on her Instagram story, the Uttaran actress showed a rare, vulnerable side. She admitted that life had been weighing heavily on her lately and she’d been battling personal challenges that kept her distanced from the lives of those she cared about. In her video, she said, “Hi guys, it’s been very unfortunate as I’m going through a lot since the last one week. I don’t know why I’m doing this, I just felt like sharing my feelings with you guys.”
Her message came with a raw honesty not often seen from public figures. Rashami revealed that she was dealing with health concerns along with an overwhelming emotional load. She spoke of how unsettling it felt to discover that those close to her were going through unimaginable hardships while she remained unaware, caught up in her own battles. She admitted to questioning how life sometimes blinds people to the struggles unfolding right beside them.
The actress didn’t shy away from addressing the harsh judgment she’d been facing either. “I’m also facing a lot of judgments for no reason, and I don’t understand why,” she said in the same video. She asked her followers if they too had experienced similar situations, where life throws personal storms at you while people around you quietly suffer through their own.
In the midst of her personal turmoil, Rashami still found the strength to stand by Shefali’s grieving family. As news of Shefali’s passing spread, several insensitive remarks appeared online, particularly aimed at Shefali’s husband, actor Parag Tyagi. He was seen taking their pet dog, Simba, for a walk while holding a photo of his late wife, which triggered an unfair wave of online criticism.
Refusing to stay silent, Rashami addressed the issue head-on through her social media. Sharing a screenshot of Parag’s moment with Simba, she called for empathy over judgment. “Arreee bhaiya, let’s spread kindness and compassion instead of judgment! Simba was more than just a pet – he was Shefali’s beloved son. Her sudden passing leaves a huge void, and I urge the media to respect the family’s grief and give them space during this difficult time. Let’s show empathy and understanding, not sensationalism.”
Amid these difficult days, Rashami continues to focus on personal healing while extending support to those around her.
