29th March 2023, Mumbai: Shilpa Shetty is an Indian actress who has been in the industry for over two decades. She is most popularly known for her lead role in the hit movie, ‘Dhadkan’ and her role in the reality TV show ‘Big Brother’. Her journey in the entertainment industry has been a rollercoaster ride filled with highs and lows. After the success of her movie in 2000, she started appearing in many Bollywood movies
. Despite her success, she was struggling to make a mark in the industry and her career was on a decline. In 2007, Shetty decided to take a bold step and accept the offer from the popular reality TV show, ‘Big Brother’. She was the first Indian celebrity to be a part of the show and her fame skyrocketed. Her popularity grew exponentially and she was soon seen as a global celebrity. The show revived her career in the Indian entertainment industry and gave her a platform to showcase her acting skills.
She also received international recognition and became a household name in the United States. Shetty’s time in the show was filled with controversy, as she was racially abused by her fellow participants. Despite the abuse, she chose to stay positive and she learned to stand up for herself. This taught her valuable lessons and made her even stronger. The show changed people’s perspectives towards her, as she was seen as a global icon and a symbol of strength.
Shetty stated in an interview that “Big Brother changed my life and career, it revived my career and gave me a platform to showcase my talent”. Shilpa Shetty is now a successful actress, entrepreneur, and fitness enthusiast. She is an inspiration to many and continues to spread positivity wherever she goes. Shetty’s time in the ‘Big Brother show was a defining moment of her life, as it changed her career and people’s perspective towards her.