Irina Shayk: SI Swimsuit Launch Lady!

Irina Shayk blows photographers a kiss at the SI Swimsuit Launch Party on Tuesday (February 15) at Pranna Restaurant in New York City.

The day before, the 25-year-old Russian model was unveiled as the cover girl for the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue!

Irina recently dished she would be open to exploring gigs outside the modeling industry.

“You never know because Sports Illustrated opens so many doors and I’m just trying to enjoy my moment and concentrate on my modeling career, but you never know where it takes you next,” she told the Wall Street Journal when asked if she wanted to act.

Her ideal role? “Well I would definitely be a Russian spy. I would be very comfortable in that role, this I know for sure.”

15+ pictures inside of Irina Shayk at the SI Swimsuit Launch Party…