If the ’90s are clear in your mind, you’d remember that Shilpa Shirodkar was a sensation, especially when paired opposite Govinda, Mithun Chakraborty, Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. The actor quit the industry in 2000 after tying the knot with Holland-based businessman Aparesh Ranjit. In 2017, she returned to acting with the television show, Savitri Devi College & Hospital. But it is her latest stint in Bigg Boss 18 that she is most looking forward to. In a conversation with mid-day, before entering the house, Shirodkar shares her excitement of being part of the reality show, making new memories, her stand in a conflict and more.

Edited excerpts from the interview.