Shefali Jariwala, best known for her role in the hit music video *Kaanta Laga* and as a participant in *Bigg Boss 13*, has previously opened up about an intimate dream close to her heart—her wish to become a parent through adoption. Even before gaining public recognition, Shefali had envisioned building a family via adoption. In various conversations over time, she mentioned how this notion began forming at a very young age, somewhere between 10 and 12 years old, shaping into a lifelong commitment that stayed with her across the years.
Shefali had always wanted to adopt a daughter, convinced that girls share an extraordinary emotional closeness with their parents—a special relationship she deeply valued in her own life. Her aspiration didn't stem from public image or social pressure, but rather from a sincere and enduring wish to offer care and stability to a child who needed it most.
Persuading Her Parents and Spouse
Although Shefali was clear about her choice, she acknowledged that getting on the same page with her partner, actor Parag Tyagi, was essential. During media interactions, she shared that it was while she was participating in *Bigg Boss 13* that Parag started thinking more deeply about beginning a family. Even though they grew closer over time, the path toward adopting a child wasn’t without challenges.READ ALSO: Shefali Jariwala and her former boyfriend Sidharth Shukla came together again in *Bigg Boss 13*. Did her husband Parag Tyagi feel "insecure" about this?
She encountered opposition from her own family as well, with some relatives being hesitant to support her choice to adopt at first. Yet, Shefali remained hopeful that they would eventually understand over time. To her, adopting was not merely about becoming a parent—it was an opportunity to return the affection and advantages she herself had received in life.
Laws Governing Adoption and Their Impact on Emotions
Although dedicated to adopting a child, Shefali admitted during an interview with ETimes that there are significant legal and emotional challenges involved. She explained that the process is lengthy, highly structured, and takes a heavy emotional toll. According to her, officials closely examine several factors—including the couple’s relationship stability, physical well-being, and living situation. The entire journey involves considerable documentation, mandatory counselling meetings, and engagement with prospective adoptive parents.Shefali observed that several aspiring parents often lose hope halfway through because of the difficulties involved. She described how the journey typically lasts around four years in regular situations, though delays caused by the pandemic have extended this period. The restrictions during the lockdown, according to her, greatly impacted their progress—not only pushing back schedules but also shaking their mental preparedness for parenthood.
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In spite of all challenges, Shefali continued speaking openly about ending the taboo associated with adoption. According to her, love for a child does not depend upon biological ties. What she believed in most was providing a secure and caring environment for every child.
Her statements revealed a deep conviction that the child meant for her would one day come into her life. Although her wish was not realized before she passed away, Shefali Jariwala’s candidness about adopting highlighted a cause frequently ignored—and proved that being a parent comes from love rather than blood relations.