Actress Shilpa Shirodkar, who recently made waves with her appearance on Bigg Boss 18, has sadly tested positive for COVID-19. The 51-year-old star took to Instagram to share the news, urging her followers to stay vigilant and take the necessary precautions. “Hey everyone! I’ve tested positive for COVID. Please stay safe and don’t forget to wear your masks!
She wrote. Her revelation was met with an outpouring of goodwill from fans and celebrities alike, including Sonakshi Sinha, who posted, “Oh no!!! Take care Shilpaaa… wishing you a speedy recovery.”
Shilpa’s diagnosis follows just a few months since her amazing physical makeover turned heads on the internet. Between October 2024 and January 2025, she had undergone a remarkable weight loss journey, proudly posting her before-and-after pictures. Her fans praised her commitment, labeling her journey as “motivational” and evidence that it’s never too late to change.
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Her stint on Bigg Boss 18 also earned her numerous fans. Though she exited just before the grand finale, her journey made a lasting impact. The finalists of the season included Karan Veer Mehra, Vivian Dsena, Chum Darang, Eisha Singh, Avinash Mishra, and Rajat Dalal.
Shilpa initially achieved stardom in the 1990s with blockbuster movies such as Hum, Khuda Gawah, Aankhen, and Bewafa Sanam, co-starring with the greats Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, and Mithun Chakraborty. Following a hiatus from film-making in the early 2000s, she returned to television with success through hits like Ek Mutthi Aasmaan and Silsila Pyar Ka.
With her recent public outings and TV stint, Shilpa continues to impress with her ageless charm and strength. Her fans back home are now showering her with love and prayers for a speedy recovery, anxiously anticipating her return to full health and appearing on screen again.
