What does an out of work actress do to get back into circulation? Do item songs of course! And with a hit song can do wonders.Shilpa Shetty followed this norm strictly and lo and behold - her mission was accomplished.

She is actually signed for ten big films all of which where meaty roles. "For the first time in my career, directors have faith in me and given me enough scope to perform," she giggled tossing her silken hair.That isn`t much of a problem. But why is she spending sleepless nights despite the going being so good? Her sister Shamita confirms, didi gets to sleep for only a couple of hours.

Why, you would wonder? Because dear friends it`s time she faced the camera without much make up and was expected to emote for dramatic scenes too. Now isn`t that quite a task for someone so accustomed to donning pancake?