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Pooja Hegde

Pooja Hegde

Actress
Biography:  Pooja Hegde is an Indian model and actress who appears mainly in Telugu and Hindi films.  Born on October 13, 1990, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Pooja Hegde hails from the Tulu-speaking Bunt community. Her academic journey took place at Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School in Mumbai, while her higher education was pursued at M. M. K. College, where she actively engaged in dance and fashion exhibitions. Initiating her career in the realm of modeling, Pooja Hegde clinched the title of second runner-up at the 2010 I Am She–Miss Universe India pageant. Her debut in the cinematic world transpired through the Kannada film "Mugamoodi" (2012), followed by her appearance in the Telugu movie "Oka Laila Kosam" (2014). However, her breakthrough moment surfaced with the Telugu blockbuster "Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo" (2020), a feat that earned her the prestigious SIIMA Award for Best Actress – Telugu. Esteemed as one of the leading actresses across South India, Pooja Hegde has garnered recognition for her philanthropic endeavors, passionately supporting various campaigns aimed at raising awareness about pertinent societal issues. Among her notable cinematic ventures are: Duvvada Jagannadham (2017) Maharshi (2019) Rangasthalam (2019) Housefull 4 (2019) Radhe Shyam (2022) Beast (2022) Stepping into 2023, Pooja Hegde is poised to grace the silver screen in the Telugu film " Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan ," the Tamil movie "Jana Gana Mana," and the Hindi project "Circus." Pooja Hegde's prowess as an adept and multifaceted actress has etched her name firmly in the realms of Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi cinema. A role model for aspiring women, she serves as an inspiration to many, coupled with her thriving ventures as a businesswoman, including her own production company. Evolving as a luminary within the Indian film landscape, Pooja Hegde's trajectory promises even greater accomplishments in the years that lie ahead.
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Pooja Hegde Movies

Movies Director Release Date
Bollywood
as Actress
Adnan A Shaikh 14 Feb 2025
Bollywood
as Actress
Tarun Mansukhani 06 Jun 2025
Bollywood
as Actress
Rosshan Andrrews 11 Oct 2024
Bollywood
as Actress
Farhad Samji 21 Apr 2023

Pooja Hegde: Age, Net Worth, Movies, Family, and Personal Details

About Pooja Hegde

Name Pooja Hegde
Profession(s) Main Profession
Actress

Other Profession
Model
Date Of Birth 13 Oct 1990
Age 34
Birth Place Udupi, Karnataka
Current Residence Mumbai, Maharashtra
Religion Hindu
Nationality Indian
Height 1.75 m
Zodiac Sign Libra
Hobbies Dancing, Travelling, watching English Tv.

Pooja Hegde Family

Father Manjunath Hegde
Mother Lathe Hegde
Sibling NA
Spouse NA
Children NA

Pooja Hegde Education

Education Qualification Master of Commerce
College(s) M.M.K. College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
School(s) Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School, Mumbai

Pooja Hegde Net Worth

Net Worth 52 Crore

Pooja Hegde Debut Movies

Tamil Mugamoodi
Telugu Oka Laila Kosam
Hindi Mohenjo Daro

Pooja Hegde Awards

Year Award Category status movie
2021 SIIMA Best Actress – Telugu Winner
2020 Zee Cine Awards Telugu Favourite Actress Winner
2017 Zee Telugu Golden Awards Entertainer Of The Year (Female) Winner

Pooja Hegde Unknown Facts

  • Pooja Hedge finished second in both Miss India South 2010 and Miss Universe India 2010.
  • She took a course in Bharathanatyam dance and subsequently developed an interest as a classical dancer.
  • She declines Mani Ratnam's offer because of the date commitment at Mohenjo Daro.
  • She adores Rahul Dravid and Roger Federer.
  • Tulu, Kannada, Tamil, English, and Hindi are languages Pooja speaks with ease.
  • Her mother initially considered keeping her name Lakshmi Pooja because she was born on Lakshmi Pooja Day, but her aunt advised against it because it is so archaic.

Pooja Hegde Photos

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Pooja Hegde

  • The age of Pooja Hegde in the 2024 was 34.

  • The Pooja Hegde's was born in Udupi, Karnataka.

  • The DOB for Pooja Hegde was 13 Oct 1990.

  • The Pooja Hegde is approximately 1.75 m tall.

  • The most recent movies for Pooja Hegde is Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.

  • Pooja Hegde is best known for the films Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo and Mohenjo Daro.

  • Pooja Hedge finished second in both Miss India South 2010 and Miss Universe India 2010. and She took a course in Bharathanatyam dance and subsequently developed an interest as a classical dancer..

  • The Pooja Hegde had 52 Crore's worth of wealth.

  • Sanki were Pooja Hegde's upcoming films.

  • The educational background of Pooja Hegde was Master of Commerce.

  • Mohenjo Daro was Pooja Hegde first movie in Bollywood

  • The Pooja Hegde Instagram account is hegdepooja.

  • The Pooja Hegde Twitter handle is hegdepooja.

  • Pooja Hegde's next feature film with Adnan A Shaikh.

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