Meet actress who became a household name with “Angoori Bhabhi”, later disappeared from the limelight, her name is.., she is now…
GH News July 01, 2025 06:06 PM

On the personal front Shilpa’s life was also in headlines. In 2009 she was set to marry actor Romit Raj and invitations were already printed. However she called off the wedding last minute due to personal differences choosing independence over compromise.
Today at 47 Shilpa Shinde remains an enigma—loved by fans followed on social media yet distant from the world that once made her a star. While she may be away from the screen the memory of Angoori Bhabhi remains fresh in every viewer’s heart.
Angoori Bhabhi- A Household Name
In the world of entertainment where once television serials were dominating the landscape Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain was one show that ruled the Indian television. One character from the show called Angoori Bhabhi soon became a household name by garnering a lot of love and attention. Her signature dialogue “Sahi pakde hain” was no less than a cultural phenomenon. This role was portrayed by actress Shilpa Shinde but after becoming a fan favourite she left the small screen leaving fans wondering about her whereabouts.
The controversy that led to a legal battle
The famous TV serial released in 2015 and Angoori Bhabhi aka Shilpa Shindes comic timing charm and simplicity garnered her massive popularity. However this love and appreciation for the portrayal of this character didnt last for Shilpa. Shilpa and the producers especially Binaifer Kohli and then-channel head Vikas Gupta had serious disputes leading to a mid-way exit from the show. The dispute later led to a long legal battle.
Shilpas work after Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain
After Shilpa Shinde left the show she was replaced by who Shubhangi Atre stepped in as the new Angoori. Although it was challenging for Shubhangi to make space for herself for a role that was associated with Shilpa she managed to do it well.
After Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain Shilpa went on to win Bigg 11 and she also appeared in the reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. Later she was seen in playing the role of ACP Naina Mathur and was briefly seen supporting contestants on Bigg Boss 18 through social media.
Where is Shilpa now?
Shilpa has been away from the limelight for quite some time; however she is seen posting on social media occasionally.
Speaking of her personal life Shilpas love life made waves in 2009. She was all set to marry actor Romit Raj and invitations were already printed. However she called off the wedding last minute due to personal differences choosing independence over compromise.