Pooja Hegde is an Indian film actress born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on October 13, 1990. She is a Pan-India Actress, known for her work in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films.
Her cinematic journey began in 2012 with the Tamil film 'Mugamoodi', where she showcased her talent and charisma. She then ventured into Telugu cinema, debuting alongside Naga Chaitanya Akkineni in the enchanting 'Oka Laila Kosam'.
Pooja's ascent continued with her Telugu films 'DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham' and 'Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava', establishing herself as a leading actress in the Telugu film industry. She then expanded her reach into Hindi cinema with Ashutosh Gowariker's grand historical epic 'Mohenjo Daro', alongside Hrithik Roshan.
Beyond her film career, Pooja is rooted in her family and heritage. Born to Manjunath and Lata Hegde, with ancestral ties to Mumbai and Mangalore, Pooja's upbringing was enriched by her elder brother, Rishabh Hegde, a respected Orthopaedic surgeon.
Pooja's journey to stardom was paved with determination, starting with her remarkable performance in the Miss Universe India 2010 pageant, where she earned the title of second runner-up. She is a trained Bharatnatyam dancer, honing her skills for over 10 years, and is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, Tulu, Telugu, and Tamil.
Her cinematic endeavors have seen her play a variety of roles, from the comedic spectacle 'Cirkus' to the romantic multilingual saga 'Radhe Shyam' (2022) alongside Prabhas. Her charm and talent also shine in 'Most Eligible Bachelor' opposite Akhil Akkineni and 'Acharya' alongside Ram Charan.
Her most recent endeavor saw her mesmerizing portrayal opposite Salman Khan in the compelling drama 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan' (2023),reaffirming her status as a luminary in Indian cinema. With each role, she continues to captivate audiences, her star power illuminating the silver screen and beyond.
