 Later, she moved to Los Angeles.While working as an extra on the set of "Dr. T and the Women" in Texas, Shahi met director Robert Altman, who encouraged her to move to Hollywood, where she received roles in several series, including "Alias", "Dawson's Creek", "Reba", and "Supernatural".In 2005 she appeared in the supporting character role of DJ Carmen de la Pica Morales on "The L Word", which she joined in its second season.