Pooja Hegde is a prominent Indian actress and model known for her work in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil cinema. Rising to fame with films like Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020) and Beast (2022), she has established herself as a leading actress across South Indian and Bollywood industries. A former beauty pageant contestant, Pooja’s charm, dance skills, and multilingual fluency have made her a household name.
Pooja Hegde Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Pooja Hegde |
| Date of Birth | October 13, 1990 |
| Age | 34 (as of July 16, 2025) |
| Profession | Actress, Model |
| Famous For | Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020), Beast (2022), Mohenjo Daro (2016) |
| Hometown | Udupi, Karnataka, India |
| Current Residence | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Instagram ID | @hegdepooja |
Physical Details
| Attribute | Details |
| Height | 5’9” (175 cm) |
| Weight | Approx. 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Figure Measurements | Approx. 34-25-34 |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Table of Contents
Early Life
Born in Mangalore and raised in Udupi, Karnataka, Pooja Hegde hails from a Tulu-speaking family. Her parents, Manjunath and Lata Hegde, initially wanted to name her Lakshmi, as she was born on Lakshmi Pooja day, but later chose Pooja for a modern appeal. A trained Bharatnatyam dancer, she was always active in academics and extracurriculars. She later earned a Master of Commerce degree. Her path to stardom began through beauty pageants.
Pooja was the runner-up in Miss Universe India 2010 and Miss India South 2010. She was spotted by Sunita Gowariker in an ad shoot and cast in the Tamil film Mugamoodi (2012) opposite Jiiva, marking her acting debut.
| Educational Qualification | Master of Commerce |
| Other Training | Bharatnatyam dance, acting via on-set experience |
Family Details
| Field | Details |
| Father | Manjunath Hegde |
| Mother | Lata Hegde |
| Sibling | Rishabh Hegde (doctor) |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Rumored Boyfriend | Rohan Mehra (unconfirmed) |
Career Highlights
Pooja made her debut in Tamil cinema with Mugamoodi (2012) and found success in Telugu films like Oka Laila Kosam (2014). Her Bollywood debut was with Mohenjo Daro (2016) opposite Hrithik Roshan. Her massive breakthrough came with Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020), especially the viral hit song Butta Bomma.
She starred in hits like DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham (2017), Aravinda Sametha (2018), Beast (2022) opposite Vijay, and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023) with Salman Khan.
Career Milestones
| Milestone | Details |
| Acting Debut | Mugamoodi (2012, Tamil) |
| Breakthrough | Oka Laila Kosam (2014), Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020) |
| Bollywood Debut | Mohenjo Daro (2016) |
| Notable Roles | Beast (2022), Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023) |
Net Worth and Income
| Field | Details |
| Estimated Net Worth | ₹50 crore (approx. $6M, as of 2023) |
| Income Sources | Acting, endorsements (L’Oreal, Hero Maestro), modeling |
Controversies
- Rumored Relationships: Linked with actor Rohan Mehra in 2023, which she dismissed publicly.
- Mani Ratnam Project: Rejected a Tamil film by Mani Ratnam due to Mohenjo Daro scheduling conflicts.
- Mistaken Identity: Shared light-hearted stories of being confused with Shraddha Kapoor or Sonam Kapoor.
Philosophy and Lifestyle
- Spiritual Outlook: Describes herself as spiritual; invokes Kuldevta before projects.
- Self-Improvement: Advocates therapy and on-set learning; embraces growth over perfection.
- Fitness & Food: Loves biryani, pizza, and roadside food; a fitness enthusiast with a fun spirit.
- Hobbies: Gaming (Zelda fan), dancing, traveling, singing, reading. Owns a dog named Pedro.
Recent Updates (As of July 2025)
- Thalapathy 69: Stars opposite Vijay in his final film, directed by H. Vinoth, releasing in October 2025. (Source)
- SSMB29: Cast in S.S. Rajamouli’s pan-India action film with Mahesh Babu, in pre-production.
- Endorsements: Featured in a L’Oreal campaign (June 2025).
- Interview Buzz: Her appearance on The Bombay Journey (July 2025) went viral for gaming and candid stories.
