Who is Pooja Hegde?
Born on 13 October 1990 in Mumbai, Pooja Hegde comes from a Tulu-speaking Bunt family originally from Udupi, Karnataka Before entering films, she earned the title of second runner-up in Miss Universe India 2010, walked several national ramp shows, and debuted in Tamil cinema with Mugamoodi (2012)
Rise to Stardom Across South & Bollywood
Pooja branched into Telugu cinema with popular films like Oka Laila Kosam and Mukunda, and then stepped into Bollywood with Mohenjo Daro (2016) opposite Hrithik Roshan. Her biggest break came with blockbusters such as Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham, and the Hindi hit Housefull 4.
2025: A Game-Changing Comeback
After a quiet 2023–2024 in Tollywood, 2025 marks her re-entry with:
- Retro (co-starring Suriya), where the Kanimaa dance number went viral—garnering over 40 million views, becoming the latest social-media sensation.
- Deva (with Shahid Kapoor), showcasing her Bollywood potential.
- Upcoming projects: Tamil film Jana Nayagan, and David Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai with Varun Dhawan, scheduled for April 2026.
Beyond Films — Style & Social Buzz
Pooja’s Instagram—boasting 27 million+ followers—is a mirror to her influence: from red-carpet glam in bold monochromes to elegant saree moments featured in Vogue and TOI. Despite success, she faced PR storms: notably, scheduled trolling campaigns & late-set controversies were reported.
Why Audiences Love Her
Versatility: Works comfortably across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi industries.
Authenticity: Dubs her own Telugu lines and connects genuinely on social media.
Style Icon: Every public appearance sets fashion trends—from traditional to modern.
Relatable Journey: “Every film can make or break you”—her own words capture her tenacious hustle.
