📌 Key Points
- Shilpa Shirodkar actively seeks work, stating she isn’t shy about asking for roles.
- She mentions a film ‘Jatadhara’ release and upcoming web series and film projects.
- Shirodkar emphasizes the importance of networking and openly communicating her work needs.
- The actress made headlines for her physical transformation, losing 13-14 kg after Bigg Boss 18.
Shilpa Shirodkar is back in action, revealing her active pursuit of acting roles. She emphasizes her openness to asking for work and discusses her upcoming projects, including a web series and a film. She is now busy with several projects.
Shirodkar’s Openness About Seeking Work
After a brief hiatus, Shilpa Shirodkar has stepped back into the spotlight with renewed energy, and she’s not holding back. The actor has made it clear that she’s hungry for more work and has no hesitation in reaching out to people to seek work.
When asked what’s next for her professionally, Shilpa mentioned, “Meri film Jatadhara release hui November mein, which didn’t do very well (My film Jatadhara was released in November last year, which didn’t do very well). But there’s this other project, I’m doing a web series. I’m doing another film, and I’m waiting for its official announcement to come out. So, yes, touchwood, by the grace of God, I’m busy till the end of the year.”
During the conversation, Shilpa was also asked about the importance of networking in the industry and whether she approaches people for work. Responding candidly, the actor admitted that it is a necessary part of the profession, adding that she does not hesitate to reach out and ask for work when needed.
Upcoming Projects: Web Series and Film
The actor mentioned that whenever she meets someone or has a contact, she isn’t shy about asking for work. She said, “Agar mere paas kisika number hai ya main kisiko miloon toh main sabko bolti hoon ki bhai mujhe kaam chahiye toh kuch acha hoga toh dedo… There is no harm. Agar kaam chaiyeh aur agar koi dilwa sakta hai or can do something for you, toh that person should at least know na.”
It translates to, “If I have someone’s number or happen to meet someone, I tell them openly that I’m looking for work – if there’s something good, they should consider me. There’s no harm in that. If you want to work and someone can help you or do something for you, then at least that person should know.”
Physical Transformation After Bigg Boss
After her stint in Bigg Boss 18, Shilpa made headlines because of her drastic physical transformation. Later, Shilpa revealed that she had shed 13-14 kg ever since her stint on the reality TV show hosted by Salman Khan .
Shilpa was most recently seen in the role of a ayogini in Telugu film Jatadhara, which was directed by Venkat Kalyan and Abhishek Jaiswal. It also featured Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha in lead roles. However, the film failed to elicit expected response at the box office. She is also working on her first OTT project now. She will be seen in an upcoming web series Shankar– The Revolutionary Man.
Shirodkar’s proactive approach to her career, coupled with her transformation, marks a new chapter. Her openness about seeking work challenges industry norms and highlights her renewed dedication to acting. She emphasizes the need to be outspoken and visible.
