Actress Shilpa Shetty, who found popularity in Britain after winning Celebrity Big Brother in 2007, is taking to the air waves as a radio show host.
She will be on a special show about Bollywood on BBC Radio 2.
The actress, who is married to businessman Raj Kundra, took to Twitter to share details of the show, which will go live in September.
“Working day today in London. Recording for a series of shows introducing Bollywood to the Mainstream here on BBC Radio 2. Goes on air in Sept,” Shetty tweeted.
The actress spoke with singer Lata Mangeshkar and filmmaker Karan Johar for the broadcast. She thanked the two for taking the time to talk about their journey in showbiz.
“So much fun recording, spoke to @mangeshkarlata and @karanjohar. Thanku so much for making the shows so special, indebted to you both,” the actress said.
Elated with the new role, the Dhadkan actress posted two photographs of herself in radio jockey mode. She shared the images on Instagram with the caption: “The new RJ in the house”.
After her stint on the silver screen, the actress became an entrepreneur and has carved a name for herself in the business world.
Shetty runs a spa and wellness chain IOSIS and she is also a co-owner of the Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals. She even has a jewellery business, and is a successful fitness expert.
The actress has also judged and hosted a number of TV shows such as Bigg Boss and Nach Baliye.
