Pooja Hegde

Pooja Hegde

Facts

Multilingual Talent: She is fluent in Hindi, English, Marathi, and Kannada, which helps her work across multiple film industries.

Beauty Pageant Start: Pooja was the second runner-up at Miss Universe India 2010, which opened doors for her modeling and acting career.

Dance Background: She is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer, and her graceful performances often reflect her classical training.

First Film Choice: Her debut film Mugamoodi (2012) was a Tamil superhero movie, making her entry into cinema quite unique.

Bollywood Debut Trivia: She starred opposite Hrithik Roshan in Mohenjo Daro (2016), directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, which was a period epic.

Nickname: Fans often call her “Buttabomma” after the hit song from Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020), which became a viral sensation.

Fitness Enthusiast: Pooja is passionate about yoga and fitness, often sharing her routines on social media.

Family Background: Despite her glamorous career, she comes from a non-film family, with her parents being professionals outside the entertainment industry.

High-Paid Actress: After the success of Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, she became one of the highest-paid actresses in Telugu cinema.

Philanthropy: She actively supports charitable causes and has been involved in initiatives for education and healthcare.