Shilpa Shinde, a prominent Indian actress, is celebrated for her roles in Telugu, Marathi, and Hindi films and television series. Her iconic portrayal of Angoori Bhabhi in “Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai!” and her victory on Bigg Boss 11 solidified her status as a household name.

Wiki/Biography

Shilpa Shinde was born on Sunday, August 28, 1977 (age 46 as of 2024), in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. She began pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology but didn’t complete the course. Her academic background, however, didn’t deter her from pursuing her passion for acting.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 4″
• Weight (approx.): 65 kg
• Hair Colour: Black
• Eye Colour: Dark Brown
• Body Measurements (approx.): 35-28-35

Family & Caste

Shilpa hails from a middle-class Scheduled Caste Hindu-Marathi family in Mumbai.

Parents & Siblings

Her father, Dr. Satyadeo Shinde (deceased), was a High Court judge who passed away in 2013 due to Alzheimer’s disease. Her mother, Geeta Satyadeo Shinde, is a homemaker. Shilpa has three siblings: two older sisters, Archana and Shubha Shinde, and a younger brother, Ashutosh Shinde.

Relationships/Affairs

Romit Raj

In 2007, Shilpa’s relationship with co-star Romit Raj, during their time on the show “Maayka” (2007-2009), led to an engagement in 2009. However, their planned Goa wedding was called off. Shilpa later described Romit as “calculative and domineering,” citing differing family views and her own feeling of being too young for marriage as contributing factors.

Sidharth Shukla

Shilpa revealed a subsequent relationship with Sidharth Shukla (1980-2021), an actor, host, and model. She described the relationship as toxic and abusive, alleging physical abuse and an incident where she was thrown from a moving car. She stated that she filed a police complaint.

Religion/Religious Views

Shilpa is a Hindu and considers herself a spiritual person, devoted to Lord Ganesha and Shirdi’s Sai Baba. She always carries a picture of Sai Baba in her purse.

Career

Films

Shilpa’s acting career began with Marathi and Telugu films. Her credits include “Chhina” and “Shivani” (Telugu, 2001), “Lek Ladki Ya Gharchi” (Marathi, 2004), and a special dance appearance in the Hindi film “Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi” (2017).

Television

After finding limited success in films, Shilpa transitioned to television. Early roles included the negative character of Manju in “Bhabhi” (2002-2008) and appearances in shows like “Kabhi Aaye Na Judaai” (2001), “Sanjivani: A Medical Boon” (2002), and “Amrapali” (2002). Her breakthrough role came as Koyal Ghotak Narayan in “Chidiya Ghar” (2011), a role she revisited after a brief hiatus. She later left the show again in 2014 due to dissatisfaction with her storyline.

Her most famous role remains Angoori Bhabhi in “Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai!” (2015), where her catchphrases and comedic timing made her a beloved character. She departed from the show in 2016 due to disputes with the producers. Her subsequent participation in and victory on “Bigg Boss Season 11” (2017) further elevated her fame. She also appeared on “Gangs of Filmistan” (2020), the web series “Paurashpur” (2020), and “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10” (2022), where she was eliminated in Week 7.

Politics

On February 5, 2019, Shilpa joined the Indian National Congress (INC) in Mumbai, expressing intentions to contest the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, although she did not ultimately do so. Her foray into politics generated mixed reactions from her fans.

Controversies

Shilpa has been involved in several high-profile controversies, including disputes with producers, allegations of sexual harassment, and public disagreements with other celebrities. These controversies involved legal battles, social media feuds, and public statements.

Awards, Honours, Achievements

• 2015: Indian Telly Award for Best Actress in a Comic Role (“Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai!”)
• 2015: ITA Award for Popular Couple in the Comedy category
• 2018: Winner of Bigg Boss Season 11

Salary

Shilpa’s earnings varied across her projects. She reportedly earned Rs. 35,000 per episode for “Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai!”, Rs. 6-7 lakhs per week on Bigg Boss 11, and Rs. 5 lakhs per episode for “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10”.

Tattoo

Shilpa has a tattoo on her left forearm reading “papa” with a halo and angel wings, a tribute to her deceased father.

Favourites

• Food: Rajasthani thali
• Fashion Designer: Ritu Kumar
• Actress: Kajol
• Actors: Sachin Khedekar (Marathi actor) and Salman Khan

Facts/Trivia

Shilpa is a self-described “hardcore non-vegetarian” foodie who loves cooking. She is a shopaholic but prefers simple clothing. She is a fan of the Indian women’s cricket team and owns a luxurious house in Mumbai.