MUMBAI: VH1 will give viewers a close-up look into the complex, touching and surprisingly relatable life of recording artiste, actress and American Idol winner Fantasia in a eight-episode, 30-minute documentary series Fantasia For Real that is slated to premiere on 11 January next year.

The series follows the actress as she juggles her career and single-motherhood while devoting her energy into recording her third album.

Fantasia's VH1 series delves into how she has dealt with the seismic aftershocks of fame, all while managing the daily demands of life on the road and writing and recording new music that will connect with her fans.

VH1 executive VP, original programming and production Jeff Olde says, "Fantasia has engaged millions of fans not only through her music and her amazing talent but also by her incredible fairytale life story. Our audience helped Fantasia become an American Idol and now, with this series, they get a backstage pass into her real life as she confronts obstacles to realize her true potential as an artist, a mother, a daughter and a sister."

Viewers can catch a sneak peek of the season's first episode on VH1.com - several days before the on-air premiere.

Subsequent episodes will be available on VH1.com the morning after they air. Additional video content from Fantasia For Real including extras from each episode will be available on VH1.com and on VH1 Mobile throughout the season.