| Name | Shirley Setia |
| Profession | Actress, Singer and RJ |
| Age | 31 Years |
| Date of Birth | July 2, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Daman, India |
| sign/Sun | Cancer |
| Hometown | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Educational Qualifications | A degree in Marketing and Information Systems from the University of Auckland |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Height in Feet / Inches | 5′ 3″ |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Father | Raj Setia (Businessman) |
| Mother | Name Not Known |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Siblings | Brother – Shane Sister: None |
| Debut | YouTube: Cover song “Tum Hi Ho” from Ashiqui 2 in 2012 Film: Song- “Disco Disco” from the film “A Gentleman” (2017) |
Shirley Setia is a New Zealand national. She was born on July 2, in Daman and Diu, a city in India. She later moved to Auckland, a metropolitan city in New Zealand. She is a New Zealand based YouTuber and singer who worked for Hindi Cinema. Her family consists of Father Raj Setia, who is a businessman, Mother Firoza Setia who is a homemaker, and Brother Shane Setia. She studied at a local school in India. She pursued her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Auckland, where she did B.com. She was an intern in marketing and publicity at Auckland Council. After the completion of her studies, she went to the New York Film Academy in New York City, United States. Where she practiced acting.
Her Singing Debut
Shirley Setia begins her journey in the music world from a YouTube channel in Auckland, New Zealand. Her entry video was recorded in her own bedroom while she was wearing pajamas, later people started calling her Pajama Popstar. She was hosting a weekly radio show named Tarana, that played Hindi songs and also took part in local competitions. In India, she then participated in a T-series competition. In 2016 Setia performed in Mumbai and Hyderabad, India in her 1st concerts. Rob Cain from Forbes magazine wrote a feature on her and her goals. Rob Cain, in his feature stated that she is the next Bollywood’s Big Singing Sensation Just Might Be This Tiny Kiwi. Her performance was loved by the people. The 1st ever song she sang on stage was Ik Tara of the movie Wakeup Sid in 2001. The 1st song cover she uploaded on YouTube was the film Aashiqui’s 2 Tum Hi Hou, which made her a YouTube Star and got millions of views. She later moved back to Mumbai to pursue her profession as a singer.
As an Actor
In 2018 Shirley Setia did a Cameo appearance in Lockdown. By 2020 Shirley Setia set her foot towards acting. She debuts with the film Maska, in 2020. The movie was directed by the director Neeraj Udhwani. It was released on Netflix, she acted alongside actors like Manisha Koirala and Javed Jaffrey. The story was about pursuing dreams amidst familial responsibilities. In 2022, she furfur ventured into acting with the film Nikamma. It was an action comedy film where she played the role of Natasha “Nikki” Singh. It was directed by Sabbir Khan. Abhimanyu Dasani and Shilpa Shetty were her costars in the movie. The film received reviews that are good and bad both and it did not perform much at the box office.
Moreover, she was featured in the Telugu romantic comedy Krishna Vrinda Vihari. She showcased her versatility by acting as the character Vihari. The movie was directed by the director Anish R. Krishna and it was produced by Usha Mulpuri under the Ira Creations. The movie explores themes of love and acceptance, in a conservative Brahmin family. It was her continued growth as a versatile entertainer.
Awards and Recognition
In the Hindustan Times, Shirley Setia was also acknowledged as India’s YouTube sensation. She was also acknowledged by Television New Zealand (TVNZ) as one of biggest international artists.
In the year 2016, Shirley Setia Won the 92.5 BIG FM Digital Sensation Award. In 2022 She achieved the Celebs for Good Award- Food Savior for Many Animals. She was also nominated for the South Indian International Movie Award (SIIMA) Award for Best Female Debut – Telugu.
Brand Endorser and Collaborator
Shirley Setia has collaborated with various brands for promotional campaigns, showcasing their products and services. She has been featured as the CEO of My Shop My Brand, indicating her role in promoting and showcasing their product. She has collaborated with the fashion brand Drama in Close, showcasing their clothing lines and promoting them to her followers on Instagram. Her endorsements often target a younger audience, leveraging her popularity among teenagers and young adults. Shirley Setia has worked as a model for fashion magazines and publications. She has also been featured in various fashion related articles and editorials.
Other than Acting
She has been involved in various fashion related activities, including endorsements and collaborations with brands, as well as modeling for various fashion publications. Additionally, she has been seen wearing a range of fashion styles for different brands from traditional Indian attire to Western outfits.
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