Shirley Shetia
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| Full name | Shirley Setia |
| Born | 2 July 1993 Daman, India |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Education | University of Auckland New York Film Academy |
| Occupation | Singer, Actress, YouTuber |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Known for | Pyjama Popstar, Maska, YouTube music covers |
Shirley Setia (born 2 July 1993) is a New Zealand singer, actress and digital creator of Indian origin. She is known for her music covers, playback singing, films and strong presence on digital platforms.
Early Life and Education
Shirley Setia was born in Daman, India, and moved with her family to Auckland, New Zealand at a young age.
She completed her education at the University of Auckland, where she studied Marketing and Information Systems. She also studied at the New York Film Academy.[1]
She developed an interest in singing early and began sharing performances online while studying.[2]
Career
Beginning in Digital Media
Shirley gained recognition after participating in a T-Series contest with a bedroom-recorded performance that went viral.[3]
Her casual recording style earned her the nickname Pyjama Popstar.
Rise as a Singer
She became popular through YouTube covers of Hindi songs and later entered playback singing.[4]
She released independent music and performed in live concerts in India and internationally.
Acting Career
Shirley made her acting debut with the film Maska in 2020.[5]
She later appeared in Nikamma and made her Telugu film debut with Krishna Vrinda Vihari.
Digital Presence
Shirley Setia has built a strong audience across YouTube and social media, where she shares music, lifestyle and creative content.
She has also been invited to major creator events and fan festivals.
Notable Work
- Maska
- Nikamma
- Krishna Vrinda Vihari
- Disco Disco
- Thode Se Hum
Personal Life
Shirley Setia is unmarried and keeps her personal life private.
She enjoys music, travel and creative work. She has often spoken about the support of her family in her journey.
Awards and Recognition
Shirley Setia has received recognition for her music, digital influence and acting work.
She has been featured in major publications and received honors including the Celeb for Good Award.
Playing Style
Shirley is known for soft vocals, acoustic performances and a simple, relatable digital presence.
Her music often blends pop influences with Indian melodies.
Impact and Outlook
Shirley Setia is considered among the early digital creators who successfully transitioned into mainstream entertainment.
She continues to expand her work across music, films and digital media.
References
- ↑ https://www.indiatvnews.com/entertainment/celebrities-who-is-shirley-setia-and-why-is-she-famous-shirley-setia-biography-more-latest-news-537445
- ↑ https://indianewengland.com/nz-singer-and-actress-shirley-setia-just-loves-allu-arjuns-charisma/
- ↑ https://www.filmibeat.com/celebs/shirley-setia/photos.html
- ↑ https://www.theweek.in/news/entertainment/2019/07/23/youtube-sensation-shirley-setia-to-make-bollywood-debut.html
- ↑ https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zee-hindustan/photo-gallery-know-the-interesting-and-unknown-facts-about-shirley-setia/932918